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

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Roxanne Persaud

Urges the Governor to proclaim January 2025 as Stalking Awareness Month in New York to promote public awareness, education, and victim resources.

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Bill Summary · J 69

Summary of Bill J 69: Memorializing Governor Hochul to Proclaim January 2025 as Stalking Awareness Month

Overview

Bill J 69 is a non-binding memorializing resolution in the New York State Legislature. Its main purpose is to urge Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim January 2025 as Stalking Awareness Month in the State of New York. The measure was introduced on January 9, 2025, sponsored by primary sponsor Roxanne J. Persaud, and has since been adopted.

Purpose and Intent

  • Recognize the importance of addressing stalking as a public safety and victim-support issue.
  • Request the Governor to issue a formal proclamation designating January 2025 as Stalking Awareness Month in New York.
  • Align state leadership with broader efforts to raise awareness, educate the public, and promote resources for stalking victims.

Key Provisions

  • Memorializes the Governor to proclaim January 2025 as Stalking Awareness Month in New York.
  • Serves as a formal expression of the Legislature’s support for awareness, prevention, and victim assistance related to stalking.
  • As a memorial, the measure does not establish new statutes, programs, or funding, nor does it create regulatory or enforcement obligations.

Impact and Implementation

  • Legal Effect: Non-binding; does not create statutory changes or require appropriation. The practical impact is the issuance of a gubernatorial proclamation and any accompanying public awareness activities that the proclamation may inspire.
  • Observance: If proclaimed, January 2025 would be recognized across state channels and could support ongoing public education, outreach by victim-services organizations, and coordination with state agencies and non-governmental partners.
  • Scope: Focuses on awareness and advocacy rather than criminal or civil remedies.

Sponsors

  • Primary Sponsor: Roxanne J. Persaud

Status and Timeline

  • Introduction: January 9, 2025
  • Legislative Actions: Referred to Finance (2025-01-09); reported to calendar for consideration and adopted (2025-01-14)
  • Current Status: Adopted

Background Context (Stalking Awareness Month)

Stalking Awareness Month (typically observed in January) is intended to highlight the prevalence of stalking, educate the public about warning signs, and promote resources for victims. This bill formalizes the Legislature’s support for a state-level proclamation to amplify these efforts within New York.

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

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