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K 1184

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim June 2026, as Caribbean Heritage Month in the State of New York

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Jaime Williams

Requests the Governor to proclaim June 2026 as Caribbean Heritage Month in New York, honoring Caribbean American contributions (ceremonial, no new programs).

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Bill Summary · K 1184

Summary: Bill K 1184 (2025-2026) – Memorializing June 2026 as Caribbean Heritage Month in New York

Purpose

  • To memorialize Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim June 2026 as Caribbean Heritage Month in the State of New York, aligning state recognition with National Caribbean Heritage Month observances.

Key Provisions

  • The bill is a formal resolution directing action by the Governor, not a statute creating new programs or funding.
  • It explicitly requests the Governor to issue a proclamation declaring June 2026 as Caribbean Heritage Month in New York.
  • The memorialization references the broader national context, noting that:
    • Caribbean Heritage Month was adopted by the U.S. House of Representatives in 2005.
    • The Senate passed a related resolution in 2006, and President George H.W. Bush issued the inaugural proclamation.
    • The White House has issued annual Caribbean-American Heritage Month proclamations since then.
  • The resolution emphasizes the cultural significance and contributions of Caribbean Americans to New York and the United States, and frames the recognition as part of honoring the state’s diversity and heritage.

Who/What is Affected

  • The primary effect is ceremonial: a formal urging to the Governor to issue a proclamation.
  • While not creating new programs or funding, the proclamation would publicly acknowledge and honor Caribbean heritage within New York State for June 2026.
  • The resolution is addressed to Governor Kathy Hochul and would become part of the official record upon proclamation.

Procedural/Timeline Details

  • Legislative History:
    • Referred to calendar on April 21, 2026.
    • Adopted by the Assembly on April 22, 2026.
  • Sponsor: Assembly Member Williams (M. of A. Williams); Co-sponsor: Jaime Williams.
  • Action effect: If enacted, the Governor would issue a proclamation designating June 2026 as Caribbean Heritage Month; the text indicates transmission of a copy of the engrossed resolution to the Governor.

Context and Rationale

  • The measure aligns New York with a longstanding national practice recognizing Caribbean American contributions and heritage.
  • It situates June as a time to celebrate the diversity and historical impact of Caribbean-origin communities in New York and the United States, highlighting figures from Caribbean heritage who have shaped American history and culture.

Summary of Impact

  • No fiscal implications or new programs are created.
  • Enhances public recognition and awareness of Caribbean heritage within New York State.
  • May support local events, education, and community programming aligned with Caribbean Heritage Month observations in June 2026.

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

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