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Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim April 6, 2025, as Tartan Day in the State of New York

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Mark Walczyk

Non-binding resolution urging Governor Hochul to proclaim April 6, 2025 as Tartan Day in New York, a ceremonial recognition of Scottish heritage.

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Summary of Bill J 40 — Memorializing Governor Hochul to Proclaim April 6, 2025 as Tartan Day in New York

Overview

  • Bill Number: J 40
  • Title: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim April 6, 2025, as Tartan Day in the State of New York
  • Status: Adopted (as a resolution)
  • Introduced: January 9, 2025
  • Classification: Resolution (non-binding)
  • Primary Sponsor: Mark Walczyk

Purpose and Intent

The bill is a memorializing resolution urging the Governor of New York to issue a proclamation recognizing April 6, 2025, as Tartan Day in the State of New York. The intended purpose is to acknowledge and celebrate Scottish heritage and the contributions of Scottish Americans within New York.

Key Provisions

  • The resolution calls upon Governor Hochul to proclaim April 6, 2025, as Tartan Day in New York.
  • As a memorializing resolution, the measure itself does not create new law, authorize spending, or alter existing statutory requirements. The core action is a formal request to the Governor to issue the proclamation.
  • No specific programs, funding, or regulatory changes are mandated by this resolution.

Procedural History and Timeline

  • January 9, 2025: Referred to the Finance Committee (as part of the standard legislative process for resolutions).
  • January 14, 2025: Reported to the calendar for consideration.
  • January 14, 2025: Adopted by the Legislature (per the recorded actions).
  • The next step is for Governor Hochul to issue a proclamation recognizing Tartan Day if she chooses to do so.

Sponsors

  • Primary Sponsor: Senator Mark Walczyk

Fiscal and Administrative Implications

  • Financial Impact: Typically none or minimal, as resolutions that request proclamations do not appropriate funds or set up new programs.
  • Administrative Impact: If the Governor issues the proclamation, it may require nominal administrative acknowledgment or ceremonial planning by state agencies, but no statutory changes or program expansions are mandated.

Affected Parties and Practical Effects

  • Affected Parties: Scottish-American communities, cultural and historical organizations, educators, event organizers, and residents who observe Tartan Day.
  • Practical Effect: Provides formal state-level recognition of Scottish heritage on a designated date, which may support cultural events, education, and community pride. No direct regulatory or fiscal changes result from the resolution itself.

Context and Next Steps

  • Tartan Day is a celebration of Scottish heritage observed in various jurisdictions. If the Governor issues the proclamation, April 6, 2025, would be recognized statewide in line with the resolution’s intent.
  • The resolution stands as a formal expression of legislative sentiment; its impact is largely symbolic and ceremonial.

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

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