Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim June 6, 2025, as Gun Violence Awareness Day in the State of New York

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Kevin Parker

Requests Governor Hochul to proclaim June 6, 2025 as Gun Violence Awareness Day in New York; ceremonial, no new laws or funding, guiding statewide observances.

ADOPTED

Summary: J 203 — Memorializing Governor Hochul to proclaim June 6, 2025 as Gun Violence Awareness Day (New York)

Purpose and Intent

This is a Joint Memorializing Resolution (J) aimed at the Governor of New York, requesting the issuance of a formal proclamation.

The resolution asks Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim June 6, 2025, as Gun Violence Awareness Day in the State of New York.

The broader aim is to recognize the impact of gun violence, honor victims, and promote awareness and dialogue on prevention efforts within the state.

Key Provisions and Effects

No new laws, programs, or funding are created by this resolution. Its central action is a ceremonial request to the Governor to issue a proclamation.

Once adopted, the resolution expresses the Legislature’s support for designating the specific day for statewide observance and awareness activities (as dictated by the Governor’s proclamation).

The text does not impose duties on state agencies beyond recognizing the day; activities would be determined by the Governor’s proclamation and any associated statewide observances.

Affected Parties

Primarily New York residents and communities affected by gun violence, as well as organizations advocating for gun violence prevention and awareness.

State government and its offices would implement any proclamation-related observances as directed by the Governor.

Procedural and Timeline Details

Introduced: January 15, 2025.

Classification: Joint Memorializing Resolution (J), indicating a ceremonial legislative expression.

Legislative actions indicate the bill was referred to the Finance committee on January 15, 2025.

The measure was reported to the calendar for consideration and subsequently adopted on January 22, 2025.

Sponsor: Kevin S. Parker (primary).

Fiscal Implications

The resolution itself does not authorize spending or create new obligations; any costs would be associated with observance activities implemented by the Governor (if any) and are not specified in the bill.

Status

ADOPTED as of January 22, 2025.

Context and Significance

The bill aligns with ongoing public awareness efforts around gun violence and memorializes a day for focused recognition within New York State.

As a ceremonial measure, it serves to publicly reaffirm the Legislature’s support for addressing gun violence and promoting awareness and prevention.