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J 151

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim February 15, 2025, as National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day in the State of New York

2025 Regular Session Introduced by George Borrello and 5 co-sponsors

Ceremonial measure urging NY Governor to proclaim February 15, 2025 as National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day; symbolic, non-binding, no new laws or funding.

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Bill Summary · J 151

Summary: Bill J 151 — Memorializing Governor Hochul to proclaim February 15, 2025 as National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day in New York

What the bill is

  • Type: Memorializing resolution (ceremonial, non-binding)
  • Title: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim February 15, 2025, as National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day in the State of New York
  • Status: ADOPTED
  • Introduced: January 10, 2025
  • Current legislative action: Adopted January 14, 2025; referred to Finance on introduction (per the recorded actions) and subsequently moved to calendar for consideration and adopted in quick succession

Purpose and intent

  • The primary aim is to urge the Governor to issue a proclamation declaring February 15, 2025 as National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day in New York.
  • This is a ceremonial expression of the Legislature’s support for School Resource Officers (SROs) and recognition of their role in promoting school safety, security, and positive community-police partnerships.

Key provisions

  • The bill would memorialize the Governor to issue a proclamation designating February 15, 2025, as National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day within the state.
  • As a resolution, it does not:
    • Create new laws or statutory obligations
    • Require funding or budgetary changes
    • Mandate programs or administrative actions by state agencies
  • It essentially serves as a formal expression of legislative sentiment and a request to the executive branch.

Who and what would be affected

  • Affected parties:
    • School Resource Officers (SROs) and the broader school communities that interact with them
    • Law enforcement agencies and school districts in New York
    • The Governor’s Office, which would issue any proclamation if issued
  • Impact type: Ceremonial and recognitive; aims to raise awareness and appreciation for SROs and their contributions to safety and education environments

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Introduced: January 10, 2025
  • Referred to: Finance (as part of standard committee/journal procedures)
  • Actions:
    • January 14, 2025 — Reported to calendar for consideration
    • January 14, 2025 — Adopted
  • Result: The resolution has been adopted, indicating formal legislative support for the proclamation request

Sponsors

  • Primary sponsor: Patrick M. Gallivan
  • Co-sponsors: George Borrello, Robert Rolison, Joseph A. Griffo, Dan Stec, Dean Murray

Bottom line

Bill J 151 is a short, ceremonial measure to urge the Governor to proclaim February 15, 2025, as National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day in New York. It received quick approval in January 2025 and does not alter law or funding; its effect is primarily symbolic, designed to honor SROs and promote awareness of their role in schools.

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

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