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This resolution commends Danielle Johnson, a licensed nurse from Barneveld, New York, for receiving the Liberty Medal, which is the highest honor bestowed by the New York State Senate. During a Buffalo Bills game on September 18, 2025, Johnson demonstrated exceptional heroism by quickly responding when a man nearby collapsed, appeared to lose color, and had no pulse. Utilizing her professional medical training, she immediately began administering CPR and successfully revived the man after five to ten minutes of emergency intervention, enabling stadium medical staff to provide further care. The resolution highlights Johnson's spontaneous and compassionate act as exemplifying the spirit of New York citizens who voluntarily help others in critical moments without considering personal risk or expecting reward. By passing this resolution, the Legislative Body officially recognizes Johnson's remarkable quick thinking and life-saving actions, and will transmit a formal, officially engrossed copy of the resolution to her as a formal acknowledgment of her heroism.

Budget and Finance

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/J1291