Senate Resolution No. 1552

BY: Senator ORTT

COMMENDING former Senator Carl L. Marcellino for
his illustrious service as a dedicated political
leader and strong advocate for the people of the
State of New York

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and
commend those individuals of distinguished purpose whose lives have been
committed to public service and the pursuit of excellence in the conduct
of the legislative process in this noble Empire State; Carl L.
Marcellino is one such individual; and

WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to
commend former Senator Carl L. Marcellino for his illustrious service as
a dedicated political leader and strong advocate for the people of the
State of New York; and

WHEREAS, Senator Carl L. Marcellino was elected in 1995 to represent
the Long Island residents of the 5th Senate District; and

WHEREAS, Senator Carl L. Marcellino who served as the Majority Whip
of the Senate Majority Conference, sponsored numerous legislation such
as the Clean Air/Clean Water Bond Act, laws enacting tax credits for
alternative fuel vehicles; and

WHEREAS, Furthermore, Senator Carl L. Marcellino was the prime
sponsor for Stephanie's Law, which made it a felony to engage in video
voyeurism; the Landmark Brownfield/Superfund Reform Law, and the
Pesticide Notification Law, as well as the Nation's first law phasing
out the groundwater contaminate MTBE from gasoline; and

WHEREAS, Senator Carl L. Marcellino has been the recipient of
several accolades, including the Conservationist of the Year Award from
the Adirondack Council; The Honorary Sol Feinstone Environmental Award
from the State University of New York, College of Environmental Science
and Forestry; and was named Legislator of the Year by both Environmental
Advocates and the Neighborhood Network; and

WHEREAS, Carl L. Marcellino resides in Syosset, New York, with his
wife, Patricia, and together they are the proud parents of two children;
and

WHEREAS, Every citizen in New York State has most certainly
benefited, in one way or another, from the deep dedication, intelligence
and commitment former Senator Carl L. Marcellino brought to his work as
a legislator, loyal friend, and trusted advisor; and

WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to reflect upon
those outstanding individuals who have made everlasting contributions on
behalf of their fellow man and have truly left their mark on this great
Empire State; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
recognize and applaud the many accomplishments of former Senator Carl L.
Marcellino, and to wish him well in all his future endeavors; and be it
further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to former New York State Senator Carl L. Marcellino.