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K 109

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim February 20, 2025, as Day of Social Justice in the State of New York

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Steven Raga

Requests the Governor of New York to proclaim February 20, 2025 as a Day of Social Justice; a ceremonial, non-binding recognition with no new laws or funding.

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Bill Summary · K 109

Summary of Bill K 109: Memorializing Governor Hochul to Proclaim February 20, 2025, as Day of Social Justice

Overview

  • Bill Number: K 109
  • Title: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim February 20, 2025, as Day of Social Justice in the State of New York
  • Classification: Resolution (memorializing measure)
  • Status: ADOPTED
  • Sponsor: Steven Raga (primary)
  • Introduced: February 11, 2025

Purpose and Intent

  • The bill is a memorializing resolution urging the Governor of New York to issue a proclamation designating February 20, 2025, as a “Day of Social Justice” in the State of New York.
  • As a memorializing resolution, its primary aim is to recognize and acknowledge the importance of social justice issues and to request official state recognition through a gubernatorial proclamation. It is non-binding and does not create new law or direct spending.

Key Provisions (What the bill would do)

  • States the Legislature’s request that Governor Kathy Hochul proclaim February 20, 2025, as a Day of Social Justice in New York.
  • Serves as a formal expression of the Legislature’s support for social justice themes and related activities on that date.
  • Contains no accompanying directives for state agencies, programs, or funding.

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • Governor’s Office: Recipient of the memorialization; would issue an official proclamation if acting on the request.
  • New York residents and communities: Encouraged to observe and reflect on social justice issues on February 20, 2025, in line with the proclamation.
  • State government: No mandatory changes to programs or budgets; the impact is symbolic and ceremonial.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Legislative Actions:
    • 2025-02-11: REFERRED TO CALENDAR (twice noted)
    • 2025-02-12: ADOPTED (twice noted)
  • Effective Date/Implementation: As a proclamation-requesting resolution, implementation depends on Governor’s issuance of a proclamation. The targeted date for observance is February 20, 2025.
  • Status Timeline: Introduced February 11, 2025; adopted February 12, 2025.

Additional Notes

  • The bill’s content is focused on ceremonial recognition and does not modify statutes, create regulatory changes, or authorize spending.
  • The primary sponsor is Steven Raga.

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

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