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K 278

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

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Angelo Santabarbara

Urges the NY Governor to proclaim April 2025 as Autism Acceptance Month, boosting awareness and inclusion across the state; no new laws or funding required.

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Bill Summary · K 278

Summary: Bill K 278 — Memorializing Governor Hochul to Proclaim April 2025 as Autism Acceptance Month (New York)

Overview

  • Bill Number: K 278
  • Title: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim April 2025, as Autism Acceptance Month in the State of New York
  • Classification: Resolution (non-binding)
  • Status: Adopted (2025-04-01)
  • Introduced: March 28, 2025
  • Primary Sponsor: Angelo Santabarbara

Purpose and Intent

  • The bill is a formal resolution memorializing the Governor of New York to issue a proclamation declaring April 2025 as Autism Acceptance Month in the State of New York.
  • The intent is to publicly recognize and promote awareness, understanding, and acceptance of autistic individuals, and to encourage inclusion and support within communities across New York.

Key Provisions

  • The resolution calls on the Governor to issue a proclamation designating April 2025 as Autism Acceptance Month in New York.
  • As a memorializing measure, the bill expresses the Legislature’s stance and encouragement for state-wide awareness, acceptance, and inclusion of autistic people.

Who/What Would Be Affected

  • Direct effect: The Governor’s office, which would issue a formal proclamation if the bill is enacted as requested.
  • Indirect effects: Public institutions, organizations, schools, communities, and residents of New York may observe or participate in activities related to Autism Acceptance Month during April 2025, consistent with the proclamation and associated awareness efforts.

Timing and Procedural Aspects

  • Introduced: March 28, 2025
  • Legislative actions:
    • Referred to calendar on March 28, 2025 (two entries)
    • Adopted on April 1, 2025 (two entries)
  • Adjacency to Governor’s proclamation: The resolution serves as a formal urging; the Governor would determine whether to issue the proclamation in line with this request.

Background and Context

  • The bill reflects a broader public awareness effort focused on autism acceptance, aligning with advocacy that emphasizes inclusion, support, and recognition of autistic individuals as integral members of the community.
  • It uses standard legislative language for memorializing the executive branch to issue a proclamation rather than creating statutory requirements or funding.

Summary of Impact

  • No fiscal impact or statutory changes are implicated.
  • The measure elevates awareness and signals legislative support for autism acceptance initiatives in New York for April 2025.
  • Adoption indicates legislative consensus on recognizing autism acceptance within state observances.

If you’d like, I can add a brief note comparing this bill to similar proclamations or provide a concise outline of typical gubernatorial proclamation processes in New York.

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

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