New York legislation · 2025-2026 General Assembly
New York K1623: Honoring Dr. Paras N. Prasad upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition at the Symposium Celebrating University at Buffalo s Institute for Lasers, Photonics, and Biophotonics
Status: Passed both chambers, June 3, 2026
What the bill says
From the introduced text, June 3, 2026:
Assembly Resolution No. 1623 BY: M. of A. Friend HONORING Dr. Paras N. Prasad upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition at the Symposium Celebrating University at Buffalo's Institute for Lasers, Photonics, and Biophotonics WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize and honor individuals whose vision, dedication, and achievements have brought distinction to the State of New York and have advanced the welfare of humanity; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Dr. Paras N. Prasad upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition at the Symposium Celebrating University at Buffalo's Institute for Lasers, Photonics, and Biophotonics, to be held July 16-18, 2026, at the University at Buffalo North Campus in Buffalo, New York; and WHEREAS, Dr. Paras N. Prasad, SUNY Distinguished Professor at the University at Buffalo and internationally renowned scientist, has devoted more than five decades to pioneering research in photonics, biophotonics, nanophotonics, and nanomedicine; and WHEREAS, Dr. Paras N. Prasad's remarkable journey from rural India to becoming one of the world's leading scientists exemplifies the transformative power of education, imagination, perseverance, and innovation; and WHEREAS, Reflecting on the source of his creativity and scientific vision, Dr. Paras N. Prasad attributes his ambition and imagination to …
Sponsors
- Christopher Friend (R, 124) · primary sponsor
Latest actions
- : ADOPTED
- : INTRODUCED
Subjects: Resolutions, Legislative
Common questions
- What is K1623?
- K1623 is a bill in the New York Legislature (2025-2026 General Assembly): Honoring Dr. Paras N. Prasad upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition at the Symposium Celebrating University at Buffalo s Institute for Lasers, Photonics, and Biophotonics.
- What is the status of K1623?
- Passed both chambers as of June 3, 2026. Latest action: ADOPTED (June 3, 2026).
- Who sponsored K1623?
- Christopher Friend (R, 124).
- Where is the official record for K1623?
- On the New York Legislature website: https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/K1623
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