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Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim January 2025, as Mentoring Month in the State of New York

2025 Regular Session Introduced by John Liu

The bill requests the Governor to proclaim January 2025 as Mentoring Month in New York, to raise awareness and support for mentoring initiatives.

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Bill Summary · J 254

Summary of Bill J 254 — Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim January 2025 as Mentoring Month in the State of New York

Quick Facts

  • Bill Type/Number: J 254 (Joint Resolution)
  • Title: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim January 2025, as Mentoring Month in the State of New York
  • Status: ADOPTED
  • Introduced: January 22, 2025
  • Classification: Resolution (ceremonial, non-fiscal)
  • Sponsor: John Liu (primary)

Purpose and Intent

  • The resolution memorializes the Governor of New York to publicly proclaim January 2025 as Mentoring Month in the State of New York.
  • Purpose is to recognize the value of mentoring and to promote awareness of mentoring’s role in supporting youth development, education, and community engagement within the state.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • This is a ceremonial resolution, not a substantive law or appropriation.
  • The core action requested is a gubernatorial proclamation designating January 2025 as Mentoring Month in New York.
  • There are no new programs, agencies, duties, or spending authorized by the bill itself.
  • The resolution serves as a formal expression of the Legislature’s intent and encouragement for public acknowledgment of mentoring activities.

Who/What Is Affected

  • Primary Beneficiaries: Mentoring programs, mentors, mentees, schools, community organizations, and families across New York State, through heightened awareness and recognition.
  • Government/Administration: Governor’s Office (to consider and issue the proclamation) and state residents who participate in or benefit from mentoring initiatives.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduced: January 22, 2025
  • Legislative Actions:
    • January 22, 2025: Referred to Finance (likely parallel referrals in the two chambers)
    • January 28, 2025: Reported to calendar for consideration
    • January 28, 2025: Adopted (duplicated entries suggest actions in both houses or stages)
  • Current Status: Adopted by the Legislature on January 28, 2025; forwarded for Governor’s consideration as a proclamation request.

Potential Impact

  • Acknowledges and promotes mentoring initiatives within New York.
  • Encourages public and community engagement around mentoring programs.
  • No direct fiscal impact or policy changes are created by the resolution itself; any associated activities or programs would depend on subsequent actions by the Governor or other agencies.

Observations

  • As a memorializing resolution, success depends on the Governor issuing a proclamation. Adoption signals legislative support for recognizing mentoring but does not mandate funding or new programmatic requirements.

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

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