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K 630

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to declare June 2025, as North American Hurricane Awareness Month in the State of New York, at the start of the Atlantic hurricane season

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Jaime Williams

Summary of New York Resolution K 630 Main Purpose and IntentThis New York state resolution calls on Governor Kathy Hochul to declare June 2025 as "North American Hurricane Awarenes

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Bill Summary · K 630

Summary of New York Resolution K 630

Main Purpose and Intent

This New York state resolution calls on Governor Kathy Hochul to declare June 2025 as "North American Hurricane Awareness Month" in the state. The resolution aims to increase public awareness about the risks and preparedness measures for Atlantic hurricanes that can impact the state, especially at the start of the annual hurricane season.

Key Provisions

  • Designates the month of June 2025 as "North American Hurricane Awareness Month" in the state of New York
  • Encourages the Governor to issue a proclamation to this effect and to promote educational and awareness-raising activities during the month
  • Specifies that the purpose is to "heighten public consciousness of the hurricane threat and to underscore the importance of hurricane preparedness"

Affected Parties

The resolution impacts all residents of New York state by calling on the state government to dedicate a month to educating the public about hurricane risks and preparedness. This could involve public service announcements, school curricula, community events, and other outreach initiatives.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • The resolution was introduced in the New York state legislature on May 30, 2025 and was subsequently adopted, though the specific date of adoption is not provided.
  • The designation of June 2025 as "North American Hurricane Awareness Month" would be a one-time, temporary measure for that year.
  • The resolution does not specify any ongoing or permanent changes, only the one-time declaration for 2025.

Overall, this resolution represents a straightforward, symbolic effort by the New York state government to highlight hurricane preparedness and encourage public awareness ahead of the Atlantic hurricane season. Its impact would be primarily educational and informational in nature.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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