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K 692

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim June 12, 2025, as Philippine Independence Day in the State of New York

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Pat Carroll

Ceremonial NY resolution urges the Governor to proclaim June 12, 2025 as Philippine Independence Day in New York, honoring the Filipino community; nonbinding, no laws or costs.

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Bill Summary · K 692

Summary of Bill K 692: Memorializing Governor Hochul to proclaim June 12, 2025 as Philippine Independence Day in New York

What the bill is

  • Type: Resolution (nonbinding memorial)
  • Bill number: K 692
  • Title: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim June 12, 2025, as Philippine Independence Day in the State of New York
  • Status: Adopted
  • Sponsor: Patrick J. Carroll (primary)
  • Introduced: June 5, 2025

This measure is a ceremonial resolution urging the Governor to issue a proclamation recognizing Philippine Independence Day in New York on June 12, 2025. As a resolution, it does not create or modify law or spending; it expresses the legislature’s support and recognition.

Purpose and intent

  • Aims to formally acknowledge and honor Philippine Independence Day within the state.
  • Seeks a gubernatorial proclamation recognizing June 12, 2025 as a day of significance for the Philippine American community in New York.
  • Demonstrates official state support for cultural diversity and the Filipino community in New York.

Key provisions and changes

  • The core provision is a request to the Governor to issue a proclamation designating June 12, 2025, as Philippine Independence Day in New York.
  • No operative statutes, budget allocations, or regulatory changes are attached to this resolution.
  • Primarily a ceremonial acknowledgment intended to accompany public activities, education, and community commemorations.

Who would be affected

  • The primary impact is symbolic recognition by the State of New York.
  • Philippine American communities and organizations in New York may leverage the proclamation for events, educational activities, and public celebrations.
  • The Governor’s Office would be the recipient of the request for proclamation.

Procedural and timeline notes

  • Introduced: June 5, 2025.
  • Referred to the calendar (standard introductory steps) on June 5, 2025.
  • Adopted: June 6, 2025 (with multiple entries reflecting the legislative record).
  • As a memorial resolution, the action is nonbinding and does not require signing into law; it simply requests the Governor to proclaim the date.

Potential impact and context

  • Public recognition of the Filipino community and its cultural contributions within New York.
  • Provides a formal basis for state-organized or community-led events around Philippine Independence Day.
  • No fiscal impact is indicated, and there are no policy changes beyond the ceremonial proclamation.

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

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