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J 140

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim February 8, 2025, as Snowmobile Ride Day in the State of New York

2025 Regular Session Introduced by George Borrello and 8 co-sponsors

J 140 urges the Governor to proclaim Feb 8, 2025 as Snowmobile Ride Day in NY, a ceremonial recognition to boost winter tourism and safety.

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Bill Summary · J 140

J 140 — Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim February 8, 2025, as Snowmobile Ride Day in the State of New York

Overview

J 140 is a concurrent memorializing resolution (a non-binding proclamation) in the New York Legislature that requests the Governor to issue a formal proclamation designating February 8, 2025, as Snowmobile Ride Day in New York. The resolution has been adopted by the Legislature and is expected to prompt an official gubernatorial proclamation.

Purpose and Intent

  • To publicly recognize snowmobiling as a significant winter activity in New York, highlighting its cultural, recreational, and economic importance, particularly in upstate communities.
  • To urge the Governor to issue a proclamation designating February 8, 2025, as Snowmobile Ride Day, thereby promoting winter tourism, outdoor recreation, and snowmobile safety awareness.

Provisions and Changes

  • Type: Resolution (memorializing), not a law or appropriations bill.
  • Action Requested: The Governor is urged to proclaim February 8, 2025, as Snowmobile Ride Day.
  • Scope: The proclamation would be ceremonial and symbolic, with no new mandates, funding, or statutory changes required by the resolution itself.
  • Date specified in the resolution: February 8, 2025.

Affected Parties and Impact

  • Primary beneficiaries: Snowmobile enthusiasts, snowmobiling clubs, tourism and small businesses in snowy regions, and winter recreation advocates who would benefit from heightened visibility and recognition.
  • Government impact: No direct fiscal impact or regulatory changes are created by the resolution; it serves as a formal request to the executive branch.
  • Broader effect: Could align with state tourism promotions, safety campaigns, and regional winter economy efforts if the Governor issues the proclamation.

Procedural and Timeline Highlights

  • Introduced: January 10, 2025.
  • Legislative actions: Referred to Finance (procedural committee). On January 14, 2025, the resolution was reported to the calendar for consideration and adopted by the Legislature.
  • Status: ADOPTED. The next step, if pursued, is for the Governor to issue a proclamation reflecting the resolution’s request. The proclamation would designate February 8, 2025, as Snowmobile Ride Day.

Sponsors

  • Primary: Patrick M. Gallivan.
  • Co-sponsors: Mark Walczyk, George Borrello, Joseph A. Griffo, Dean Murray, James Tedisco, James Skoufis, Steve Rhoads, Pamela Helming.

Quick Take

J 140 is a ceremonial resolution that memorializes the Governor to proclaim a specific date as Snowmobile Ride Day. It has been adopted by the Legislature and awaits gubernatorial action. If proclaimed, the day would serve as a platform to celebrate snowmobiling, promote safety, and support winter tourism in New York.

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

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