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J 1112

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim June 2025, as Gun Violence Awareness Month in the State of New York

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Zellnor Myrie

Urges Gov. Hochul to proclaim June 2025 as Gun Violence Awareness Month in New York, raising awareness and support for prevention—without creating new laws or spending.

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Bill Summary · J 1112

Bill Summary: J 1112 — Memorializing Governor Hochul to Proclaim June 2025 as Gun Violence Awareness Month (New York)

Overview

  • Bill Number: J 1112
  • Title: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim June 2025 as Gun Violence Awareness Month in the State of New York
  • Type: Joint Resolution (ceremonial)
  • Status: Adopted
  • Primary Sponsor: Zellnor Myrie

Purpose and Intent

  • The bill memorializes the Governor to issue a proclamation designating June 2025 as Gun Violence Awareness Month in New York.
  • The resolution advocates public recognition of gun-violence prevention efforts and the impact of gun violence on communities, families, and individuals across the state.

Key Provisions

  • A formal request to the Governor to issue a proclamation declaring June 2025 as Gun Violence Awareness Month.
  • Emphasizes awareness, prevention, community support, and recognition of those affected by gun violence.

Note: As a ceremonial resolution, the bill does not create new law, establish programs, or authorize spending.

Who Would Be Affected

  • Governor of New York: Encouraged to issue the proclamation.
  • General Public and Communities: Raised awareness about gun violence and prevention efforts during Gun Violence Awareness Month.
  • Organizations Involved in Gun-Violence Prevention: May benefit from heightened public attention and acknowledgment.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduced: May 27, 2025
  • Legislative Actions:
    • May 27, 2025: Referred to Finance (two entries shown)
    • June 5, 2025: Reported to Calendar for Consideration (two entries shown)
    • June 5, 2025: Adopted (two entries shown)
  • The bill progressed through standard legislative channels and was adopted on June 5, 2025.

Fiscal Implications

  • Typically, ceremonial resolutions carry no direct fiscal impact or required appropriation. No funding changes are associated with this bill.

Context and Background

  • The bill aligns with annual or ad-hoc recognitions that communities undertake to highlight gun-violence prevention, support for survivors, and the importance of reducing gun violence. It seeks formal gubernatorial acknowledgment through a proclamation.

Summary

J 1112 is a ceremonial joint resolution adopted by the New York Legislature urging Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim June 2025 as Gun Violence Awareness Month in the state. It signals legislative support for awareness, prevention, and community resilience in addressing gun violence, without creating new laws or funding obligations. Primary sponsor: Zellnor Myrie.

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

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