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K 1299

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim December 21, 2026, as Meditation Day in the State of New York

2025 Regular Session

The bill seeks the governor to proclaim December 21, 2026 as Meditation Day in New York to publicly recognize meditation’s benefits for health and well-being.

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Bill Summary · K 1299

Bill Overview

  • Bill: K 1299
  • Session: 2025-2026
  • Jurisdiction: New York
  • Title: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim December 21, 2026, as Meditation Day in the State of New York
  • Action History: 2026-05-06 — Referred to Calendar

Purpose and Intent

  • The bill seeks to honor and recognize the practice of meditation by memorializing the governor to officially proclaim December 21, 2026, as “Meditation Day” in New York.
  • It aims to symbolize statewide acknowledgment of meditation’s potential benefits for mental well-being, stress reduction, and overall health.

Key Provisions

  • Memorialization: The bill requests that the Governor of New York proclaim December 21, 2026, as Meditation Day.
  • Governmental form: As a memorial bill, it does not itself create new legal obligations or funding commitments; it represents the Legislature’s request to the executive branch.
  • Scope of proclamation: The actual proclamation would be issued by the governor and would designate December 21, 2026, as Meditation Day statewide. The specific language and scope of the proclamation would be determined by the governor.

Affected Parties

  • Primary: The State of New York and its residents.
  • Secondary: Organizations and individuals promoting meditation and mental health awareness may engage in activities or events on Meditation Day.
  • Implementing office: The Governor’s Office would issue the proclamation if the bill is enacted.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Current status: Referred to Calendar (as of the latest action on 2026-05-06). -Next steps: If advanced from the calendar and passed by both legislative houses, the bill would proceed to the governor for signature or veto.
  • Effective date: The proclamation itself would be issued by the governor on or around December 21, 2026, should the governor sign or issue the formal proclamation following enactment.

Potential Impact

  • Symbolic significance: Provides formal recognition of meditation as a practice benefiting public health.
  • Public awareness: May raise awareness about meditation resources and mental health initiatives within New York.
  • No fiscal impact: The bill does not include appropriation of funds or statutory mandates; its effect is largely ceremonial, contingent on the governor’s proclamation.

Notes

  • The bill is a memorial resolution, not substantive legislation creating new programs or requirements.
  • The practical effect hinges on the governor’s decision to issue the proclamation and any accompanying ceremonial activities.

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

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