Assembly Resolution No. 1570
BY: M. of A. Burdick
HONORING Les Simon upon the occasion of his
designation as a recipient of an Honor Flight on May
30, 2026
WHEREAS, Members of the armed services from the State of New York,
who have served so faithfully and courageously in wars in which our
Nation's freedom was at stake, as well as in the preservation of peace
during peacetime, deserve a special salute from this Legislative Body;
and
WHEREAS, Residents of the great State of New York must never forget
the courage with which these men and women served their country and must
recognize that no greater debt is owed than that owed to those who
risked their lives for their beloved Nation and to those who continue to
be missing in action; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Les Simon
upon the occasion of his designation as a recipient of an Honor Flight
on Saturday, May 30, 2026; and
WHEREAS, Les Simon, of Cross River, New York, is a veteran of the
Vietnam War; and
WHEREAS, Honor Flights are opportunities to recognize and thank the
Americans who secured our freedom by flying them to the Nation's capital
to see the memorials that commemorate their service, giving them a
hero's welcome each step of the way; and
WHEREAS, Participation in Honor Flights gives veterans the
opportunity to share this momentous occasion with other comrades,
remember the fallen, and share their stories and experiences with other
veterans; and
WHEREAS, Currently, Honor Flight Network commends those who served
during World War II, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, and veterans of
any service era who are critically ill; in New York State alone, more
than 5,000 members of our armed services have fulfilled their wishes of
visiting our Nation's capital and all its sites and memorials which
honor our country's great history; and
WHEREAS, Having exhibited their patriotism both at home and abroad,
these brave men and women of our military have demonstrated their love
for their country and merit forevermore the highest respect of their
State and Nation; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Les Simon upon the occasion of his designation as a recipient of
an Honor Flight on May 30, 2026; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Les Simon.
