The Contributions of Senator James Donovan

Dec 15 2011 Published by under Senate Work

Senator James Donovan served as chairman of the Senate Education Committee of New York for fourteen years. He was, and still is, known as a “man of the people.”

He passed away in 1991 after battling cancer, and his death was considered a “tremendous loss.” His contributions are widely recognized today. Senator Ralph J. Marino said “Jim Donovan’s most lasting contribution will be in the area of education, where he assured that quality and affordable education was this state’s top priority.”

The governor at the time of Donovan’s death added that “Donovan’s courageous struggle to overcome his illness served as an inspiration to us all.”

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Senator Donovan’s Educational Endeavors

Sep 12 2011 Published by under Senator James H Donovan

During his lifetime, Senator James H. Donovan was instrumental in working for the advancement of good education for children and teens.  When he passed away in 1990, it was a loss to the world of education.  He understood the importance of teens focusing on getting a good education and worked hard to fight against illiteracy and pregnancy of teens.  Donovan figured that with a good education, it was less likely these individuals would fall into these pitfalls and thus turn the direction of their lives around.

Senator James H. Donovan’s death was described as a “tremendous loss” by Ralph J. Marino, the governor of New York at the time.  This wasn’t surprising given his many roles, which included being the chairman of the Senate Education Committee; a position he held for 14 years.  It was also Donovan who established the New York City School Construction Authority which was able to battle successfully against many obstacles new schools usually had to face.

Even 11 years after his death, James Donovan’s commitment, dedication and success within the education framework has not been forgotten.

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Senator James Donovan: Education and Beyond

Aug 29 2011 Published by under Senator James H Donovan

Senator James Donovan’s death was described as “a great loss”. Having served as the chairman of the Senate Education Committee for fourteen years, James Donovan made many contributions to the field of education in New York.

Following his death, Ralph J. Marino said “Jim Donovan’s most lasting contribution will be in the area of education, where he assured that quality and affordable education was the state’s top priority.”

Donovan also worked to reduce teenage pregnancy and illiteracy. Aside from serving in the Senate Education Committee, James H. Donovan also served as the chairman of the Committee on Roads and Public Works, as well as the Committee on Mental Hygiene and Addictino Control.

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