Bill > J00023

This resolution commends Joseph Mark Fletcher posthumously for receiving the Liberty Medal, the highest honor bestowed by the New York State Senate, in recognition of his military service and personal character. The resolution highlights Fletcher's military career, including his enlistment in the U.S. Army in 1966, service as a paratrooper and Special Forces (Green Berets) member, and deployment to Vietnam, where he trained Vietnamese Special Forces. Fletcher earned multiple military decorations, including the Combat Infantry Badge and Vietnam Service Medal, and was honorably discharged in 1969. After his military service, he pursued education in aeronautical technology, worked as a bank loan officer, and raised a family. The resolution emphasizes Fletcher's personal qualities, describing him as a generous, honorable man with a creative mind and strong moral sense. By honoring Fletcher, the resolution aims to recognize and appreciate veterans who have served the nation with courage and dedication, ensuring that their sacrifices are remembered and respected.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/J23