Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim June 2025, as Farmers Market Appreciation Month in the State of New York

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Didi Barrett

Urges the Governor to issue a proclamation declaring June 2025 as Farmers Market Appreciation Month in New York State.

ADOPTED

Summary: K 631 — Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim June 2025 as Farmers Market Appreciation Month

What the bill is and its purpose

K 631 is a ceremonial (non-binding) resolution in the New York State legislature. Its core goal is to memorialize Governor Kathy Hochul and request that she issue a proclamation designating June 2025 as Farmers Market Appreciation Month in New York State. The resolution aims to recognize and celebrate the role of farmers markets in supporting local agriculture, improving access to fresh foods, and contributing to community vitality.

Key provisions

Directs the Governor to proclaim June 2025 as Farmers Market Appreciation Month in New York State.

As a memorializing resolution, it does not create new laws, mandates, or funding commitments, nor does it authorize new regulatory requirements.

The text serves as an expression of the Legislature’s appreciation and a call for public acknowledgment by the executive branch.

Sponsor

Primary sponsor: Didi Barrett.

Legislative history and status

Introduced: May 30, 2025.

Legislative actions: Referred to Calendar on May 30, 2025; Adopted on June 4, 2025 (note: the record shows two identical entries for the June 4 adoption, and two for calendar referrals, which can occur in bill record-keeping and does not imply different outcomes).

Current status: Adopted.

Who and what is affected

Affected parties include farmers markets and their vendors, especially in communities across New York State.

Consumers who shop at farmers markets may benefit from heightened public recognition and support for local, seasonal foods.

Local farmers, agricultural organizations, and state tourism/economic development efforts may experience indirect visibility and potential community engagement benefits.

Procedural and timeline considerations

As a resolution, the bill does not amend statutes or allocate funds.

The practical effect is to prompt the Governor to issue a proclamation in June 2025 recognizing and honoring farmers markets.

If the proclamation is issued, the impact is primarily symbolic and awareness-raising, with potential downstream benefits to local agriculture and community health initiatives.

Quick take

K 631 is a ceremonial measure expressing legislative support for celebrating farmers markets in June 2025 and urging the Governor to issue a corresponding proclamation. It signals bipartisan or broad recognition of the importance of farmers markets without creating new legal obligations.