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K 785

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim August 7, 2025, as Purple Heart Day in the State of New York

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Paula Kay

Urges the NY Governor to issue a proclamation declaring August 7, 2025 as Purple Heart Day in New York, honoring recipients; ceremonial, no new laws or funding.

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Bill Summary · K 785

Summary of New York State Bill K 785 (2025)

Title and Purpose

  • Bill Number: K 785
  • Official Title: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim August 7, 2025, as Purple Heart Day in the State of New York
  • Type: Resolution (memorializing measure)
  • Primary Sponsor: Paula Kay

Status and Legislative History

  • Introduced: June 11, 2025
  • Current Status: ADOPTED
  • Key Actions:
    • June 11, 2025: Referred to Calendar (twice listed in the actions)
    • June 12, 2025: Adopted (twice listed in the actions)
  • This bill has moved through the standard ceremonial process, culminating in an official adoption by the legislature, which expresses the body’s intent that the Governor issue a proclamation.

What the Bill Would Do

  • The bill requests (memorializes) the Governor to issue a proclamation proclaiming August 7, 2025, as Purple Heart Day in the State of New York.
  • The designation is ceremonial in nature and does not create new laws, duties, or funding obligations beyond the Governor’s proclamation.
  • It aligns New York’s recognition with the federal observance of Purple Heart Day, which honors recipients of the Purple Heart as military veterans.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • No new programmatic changes: The resolution does not establish programs, incentives, or regulatory changes.
  • No fiscal impact specified: As a ceremonial measure, the bill does not include appropriations or funding modifications.
  • Proclamation-driven recognition: The substantive action is to prompt a state-level proclamation by the Governor observing Purple Heart Day.

Who Is Affected

  • Purple Heart recipients and veterans: The bill expresses honor and recognition from the state.
  • State government and agencies: Potentially involved in observing or coordinating observances related to the proclamation.
  • Public and community groups: Schools, veterans’ organizations, and local governments may reference the proclamation in ceremonies or commemorations.

Procedural and Timeline Notes

  • The bill completed its adopted status on June 12, 2025.
  • As a resolution, its impact is ceremonial; it does not alter statutes or create new regulatory requirements.
  • The date specified for observance is August 7, 2025, consistent with the national Purple Heart Day observance.

Bottom Line

Bill K 785 is a ceremonial resolution adopted by the New York Legislature, urging the Governor to proclaim August 7, 2025, as Purple Heart Day in New York. It serves to publicly honor Purple Heart recipients and align state observances with the national recognition of their service.

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

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