LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending the Ancient Order of Hibernians and
the Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians upon the occasion of hosting
their 96th Biennial National Convention

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize that the
quality and character of life in the communities across New York State
are reflective of the concerned and dedicated efforts of those organiza-
tions and individuals who would devote themselves to the welfare of the
community and its citizenry; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend
the Ancient Order of Hibernians and the Ladies Ancient Order of Hiberni-
ans upon the occasion of hosting their 96th Biennial National Conven-
tion, to be held from July 7-12, 2012 at Turning Stone Resort and Casino
in Verona, New York; and
WHEREAS, The convention is organized and hosted by the Albany Ancient
Order of Hibernians (AOH) Fr. Henry Tansey Division and the Albany
Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians (LAOH) John. F. Kennedy Division; and
WHEREAS, The Albany AOH and LAOH Convention Committee has partnered
with Oneida County's LAOH and the AOH John C. Devereux Division to
assist with planning and hosting the convention as well; and
WHEREAS, Members and Delegates of the AOH and LAOH will travel to
Turning Stone Resort and Casino from all over the country to meet and
participate in business sessions to discuss policy, issues and elect new
national officers for the next two year terms for each organization; and
WHEREAS, In addition, Mass is celebrated and awards will be given to
AOH and AOH Divisions for contributions made to charitable causes and
local communities; and
WHEREAS, The AOH is an Irish-American Catholic Fraternal Organization
that was formed in 1836 at New York City's St. James Church to protect
the clergy and Church property from the "Know Nothings" and their
followers; the AOH is currently the oldest Catholic Lay organization in
the United States; and
WHEREAS, The LAOH officially became a national organization in Omaha,
Nebraska, in 1894, and along with the AOH, the LAOH provided aid to the
newly arrived Irish, both socially and politically; and
WHEREAS, Both the AOH and the LAOH continue to serve Irish and Cathol-
ic Charities as well as local communities; and
WHEREAS, Politically, the AOH and LAOH have been at the forefront in
immigration, human rights and both organizations continue to lead
efforts to protect life and advocate for peace in Northern Ireland; and
WHEREAS, The AOH and LAOH have provided a continuing bridge with
Ireland for those who are generations removed from their ancestral home-
land; and
WHEREAS, Both organizations sponsor many programs associated with
promoting Irish Heritage such as the IRISH WAY PROGRAM, SCHOLARSHIPS and
NATIONAL HISTORY DAY sponsorship; and
WHEREAS, The AOH and LAOH share the motto of "Friendship, Unity, and
Christian Charity"; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when organiza-
tions of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our atten-
tion, they should be celebrated and recognized by all the citizens of
this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend the Ancient Order of Hibernians and the Ladies Ancient Order of
Hibernians upon the occasion of hosting their 96th Biennial National
Convention; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to the Albany Ancient Order of Hibernians Fr. Henry Tansey Divi-
sion and the Albany Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians John F. Kennedy
Division.