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K 1295

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim July 31, 2026, as Lifeguard Appreciation Day in the State of New York

2025 Regular Session

The bill designates July 31, 2026, as Lifeguard Appreciation Day to formally recognize lifeguards for public safety and drowning prevention.

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Bill Summary · K 1295

Summary of Bill K1295 (2025-2026) – New York

Purpose and intent

  • The bill memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim July 31, 2026, as Lifeguard Appreciation Day within the State of New York.
  • Its primary aim is to formally recognize and honor lifeguards for their service, dedication, and contributions to public safety and drowning prevention.

Key provisions and changes

  • Formal memorandum: The bill calls for the Governor to issue an official proclamation.
  • Designation date: July 31, 2026, would be recognized specifically as Lifeguard Appreciation Day in New York.
  • Scope of recognition: The proclamation would acknowledge lifeguards across the state, including municipal and possibly state-operated facilities, for their role in safeguarding swimmers and preventing water-related incidents.

Affected entities and individuals

  • Lifeguards: Public applause and formal recognition of their service.
  • Government: Executive branch, specifically the office of the Governor, would issue the proclamation if the bill becomes law.
  • General public: Encouragement to observe and honor lifeguards on the designated day.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Status: Adopted (as of 2026-05-07) with an earlier referral to the calendar (2026-05-06).
  • Next steps: Upon enactment, the Governor would issue the proclamation designating July 31, 2026, as Lifeguard Appreciation Day.
  • Legislative posture: This is a ceremonial resolution—non-binding in law but symbolic in nature, aimed at public recognition rather than creating new statutory duties or appropriations.

Practical impact

  • Public awareness: Increases visibility of lifeguards and their work.
  • Community engagement: May encourage schools, organizations, and communities to recognize lifeguards on the designated day.
  • No new funding or regulatory changes: The bill does not authorize spending, create new programs, or alter existing laws beyond the proclamation.

Note

  • The bill functions as a ceremonial resolution honoring lifeguards and does not establish mandatory actions or financial allocations.

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

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