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New York Senate honors Carlos Beltrán and recognizes 2026 Women of Distinction
Summary
On May 4, 2026, the New York State Senate adopted resolutions honoring Carlos Beltrán for his Baseball Hall of Fame induction and recognizing the 2026 New York State Senate Women of Distinction, with members highlighting athletes' philanthropy and long careers of public service.
The New York State Senate on May 4 honored former Major League Baseball player Carlos Beltrán and adopted resolutions recognizing this year’s New York State Senate Women of Distinction.
Sen. Gianaris introduced Senate Resolution 2044 to honor Beltrán on his National Baseball Hall of Fame induction and praised both his on-field career and charitable work in Puerto Rico. "We are privileged to have him join us in the chamber today on an auspicious occasion," Sen. Gianaris said, noting Beltrán’s contributions on and off the field. Members from across the chamber rose to praise Beltrán’s statistics, memorable plays and community work; the chamber greeted him with applause and extended the privileges and courtesies of the House.
The resolutions matter to many members because they spotlight both civic and cultural ties between New York and Puerto Rico and acknowledge public service. Sen. Skoufis recalled memorable moments from Beltrán’s career, and Sen. Sepúlveda highlighted Beltrán’s philanthropic efforts in education and disaster relief in Puerto Rico, calling him “one of the most respected players to ever play the game.” The resolution honoring Beltrán was adopted by the Senate and guests in the chamber were recognized.
Following the Beltrán recognition, the Senate took up a package of Women of Distinction resolutions (including Senate Resolution No. 1724), with members commemorating leaders across professions and regions. Sen. Webb framed the program as both a celebration and a reminder of progress, noting that "22 women now serve in the New York State Senate, the most in our history," and called the honorees examples for future generations. Sen. Mayer accepted a posthumous recognition on behalf of Congresswoman Nita Lowey and described Lowey’s long record of public service.
Members described the Women of Distinction class as representing educators, advocates, caregivers, entrepreneurs and public servants. The chamber adopted the resolutions and applauded the honorees; members invited guests to rise and be recognized. The Senate then moved on to its legislative calendar.
The procedural actions concluded with the chamber adopting the ceremonial resolutions and extending recognition to the visitors present; the Senate proceeded to consider its third-reading calendar later in the day.
