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J 911

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim April 2025, as Autism Acceptance Month in the State of New York

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Joe Griffo and 1 co-sponsor

Urges NY Governor to proclaim April 2025 Autism Acceptance Month, boosting awareness and inclusion for autistic individuals; non-binding, no new funding or programs.

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Bill Summary · J 911

Summary of Bill J 911 (Memorializing Governor Hochul to Proclaim April 2025 as Autism Acceptance Month)

Purpose and intent

  • J 911 is a legislative resolution that memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim April 2025 as Autism Acceptance Month in the State of New York.
  • The resolution aims to formally recognize and promote awareness, acceptance, and inclusion of autistic individuals across New York, aligning state observances with broader efforts to improve understanding and support.

Key provisions

  • The primary action requested by the resolution: a proclamation from the Governor declaring April 2025 as Autism Acceptance Month in New York.
  • As a memorializing resolution, it expresses the Legislature’s support and request rather than creating new statutory requirements or direct program mandates.
  • No new funding, programs, or regulatory changes are created by the text of the resolution itself.

Affected parties and potential impact

  • Autistic individuals and their families, advocates, educators, healthcare and social service providers, employers, and community organizations in New York.
  • The proclamation, if issued, would serve as a statewide public acknowledgement of Autism Acceptance Month, potentially guiding public-facing events, educational activities, and inclusive initiatives by state agencies and community partners.
  • The resolution signals an official stance in favor of acceptance and inclusion, which may influence public discourse and school/community programming during April 2025.

Procedural history and timeline

  • Introduced: May 2, 2025.
  • Legislative actions:
    • May 2, 2025: Referred to Finance.
    • May 6, 2025: Reported to calendar for consideration.
    • May 6, 2025: Adopted.
  • Status: ADOPTED (the resolution has passed and requests the Governor to issue the proclamation for April 2025).

Sponsors

  • Primary sponsor: Senator Joseph A. Griffo.
  • Co-sponsor: Senator Kevin S. Parker.

Additional notes

  • This is a non-binding, symbolic resolution, not a statute. Its effect is to urge the Governor to issue a proclamation; it does not authorize or fund new state programs.
  • If the Governor issues the proclamation, April 2025 would be recognized as Autism Acceptance Month in New York, with potential downstream opportunities for events and awareness activities across the state.

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

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