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This resolution commends Allen L. Ayotte posthumously for receiving the Liberty Medal, the highest honor bestowed by the New York State Senate, in recognition of his extensive public service and military contributions. Ayotte served in the United States Air Force from 1965 to 1968, including a deployment to Vietnam where he worked as a Protective Equipment Specialist with the 16th Tactical Reconnaissance Squadron, and received multiple military honors such as the Air Force Commendation Medal and Vietnam Service Medal. After his military service, he continued serving his community by working as a Capitol Police officer for 11 years and later as a Fire Protection Specialist, while also being an active 48-year member of the WK Mansfield Hose Company and holding leadership roles in various local veteran and community organizations. The resolution highlights Ayotte's lifelong commitment to public service, his patriotism, and his contributions to his local community and nation, and formally recognizes his achievements by resolving to commend him and transmit an official copy of the resolution to his family.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/J486