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This resolution mourns the death of Lance Amato, a prominent interior design professional who passed away on February 3, 2025, and honors his significant contributions to the design community. Amato was a Fellow of the International Interior Design Association (FIIDA) who served as the youngest-ever Chapter President of the New York Chapter (IIDA NY) in 2011 and held numerous leadership roles throughout his career. The resolution highlights his commitment to mentorship, sustainability, and human-centered design, noting his role as Director of Client Experience at Canoa, an innovative design platform. In recognition of his impact, IIDA NY posthumously inducted him into the College of Fellows in June 2025 and created the annual Lance Amato Award to celebrate volunteers who exemplify dedication and community spirit. The resolution acknowledges Amato as more than just a designer, describing him as a mentor, storyteller, and trusted friend who inspired colleagues and emerging professionals through his humility, insight, and generosity, and formally pauses to recognize his immeasurable contributions to interior design and the professional creative communities of New York State.

Budget and Finance

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/J1274