New York legislation · 2025-2026 General Assembly
New York J2277: Commemorating the 175th Anniversary of the inaugural trip of the Erie Railroad through Hornell, New York
Status: Passed both chambers, June 4, 2026
What the bill says
From the introduced text, May 29, 2026:
Senate Resolution No. 2277 BY: Senator O'MARA COMMEMORATING the 175th Anniversary of the inaugural trip of the Erie Railroad through Hornell, New York WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize and commemorate those historic events and institutions which have contributed significantly to the heritage, culture, and economic vitality of the State of New York; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commemorate the 175th Anniversary of the inaugural trip of the Erie Railroad through Hornell, New York, celebrated on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at the Hornell Erie Depot Museum in the City of Hornell; and WHEREAS, The commemoration included a free public open house hosted by the Hornell Erie Depot Museum, honoring the profound historical significance of the Erie Railroad and its enduring impact on the Southern Tier region and the State of New York; and WHEREAS, The Erie Railroad was among the first major railroads in the United States, connecting New York City with Dunkirk, New York, and opening new avenues of transportation, commerce, communication, and economic development across New York State; and WHEREAS, On May 14, 1851, the first passenger train to travel the full length of the Erie Railroad from Piermont-on-Hudson to Dunkirk arrived in Hornellsville carrying President of …
Sponsors
- Thomas O'Mara (R, 58) · primary sponsor
Latest actions
- : ADOPTED
- : REPORTED TO CALENDAR FOR CONSIDERATION
- : ADOPTED
- : REPORTED TO CALENDAR FOR CONSIDERATION
- : REFERRED TO FINANCE
Subjects: Resolutions, Legislative
Common questions
- What is J2277?
- J2277 is a bill in the New York Legislature (2025-2026 General Assembly): Commemorating the 175th Anniversary of the inaugural trip of the Erie Railroad through Hornell, New York.
- What is the status of J2277?
- Passed both chambers as of June 4, 2026. Latest action: ADOPTED (June 4, 2026).
- Who sponsored J2277?
- Thomas O'Mara (R, 58).
- Where is the official record for J2277?
- On the New York Legislature website: https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/J2277
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