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K 112

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim February 21, 2025, as Mother Language Day in the State of New York

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Karen McMahon

Urges Governor Hochul to proclaim Feb 21, 2025 as Mother Language Day; a ceremonial, nonbinding resolution to promote linguistic diversity and awareness statewide.

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Bill Summary · K 112

Summary of NY Bill K 112: Memorializing Governor Hochul to Proclaim February 21, 2025 as Mother Language Day

Overview

Bill K 112 is a memorializing resolution in New York aimed at urging the Governor to proclaim February 21, 2025, in the State of New York as “Mother Language Day.” The measure is ceremonial in nature and does not create new laws or allocate funds. It was introduced on February 21, 2025, and has since been adopted.

  • Bill type: Resolution (memorializing)
  • Subject: Proclamation recognizing February 21, 2025 as Mother Language Day
  • Status: Adopted
  • Introduced: February 21, 2025
  • Primary sponsor: Karen McMahon

Purpose and Intent

The bill seeks to formally urge the Governor to issue a proclamation recognizing International Mother Language Day at the state level. By memorializing the Governor, the Legislature acknowledges the importance of linguistic and cultural diversity and aligns New York with UNESCO’s observance of Mother Language Day on February 21.

Key Provisions

  • Recommends that Governor Kathy Hochul proclaim February 21, 2025, as Mother Language Day in New York State.
  • Emphasizes the value of preserving and promoting mother languages, linguistic diversity, and multilingual education.
  • Serves as a ceremonial expression of support from the Legislature for recognizing linguistic and cultural heritage within the state.

Note: As a memorializing resolution, the bill does not create or modify statutory requirements, obligations, or funding. Its effect is to request ceremonial official action by the Governor.

Affected Parties

  • Governor of New York: The intended recipient for a formal proclamation.
  • New York residents and communities: Beneficiaries of increased recognition of linguistic and cultural diversity.
  • Educational, cultural, and community organizations: May observe or participate in events tied to the proclamation.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduced: February 21, 2025
  • Legislative actions:
    • February 21, 2025 — Referred to Calendar (listed twice)
    • February 24, 2025 — Adopted (listed twice)
  • Status: Adopted resolution; no binding legal effect beyond the proclamation itself.

Supporting Context

  • The date aligns with International Mother Language Day, observed globally on February 21 to celebrate linguistic and cultural diversity and to promote multilingual education.
  • Primary sponsor: Karen McMahon.

Potential Impact

  • Non-binding ceremonial impact only; could prompt a Governor’s proclamation recognizing and promoting mother language awareness within New York.
  • May encourage local schools, libraries, cultural groups, and communities to host events and programs acknowledging multilingual heritage.

Next Steps

If not already issued, the Governor could issue a proclamation designating February 21, 2025, as Mother Language Day in New York, following the bill’s memorialization.

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

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