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J 497

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim March 19, 2025, as Small Business Development Centers Day in the State of New York

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Joe Addabbo and 62 co-sponsors

Urges the Governor to proclaim March 19, 2025 as Small Business Development Centers Day in NY; a ceremonial recognition with no cost or new rules, meant to raise awareness of SBDCs

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Bill Summary · J 497

Summary of Bill J 497

Overview

Bill J 497 is a memorializing (resolution) measure in the New York Legislature that, if enacted, would memorialize the Governor to proclaim March 19, 2025, as Small Business Development Centers Day in the State of New York. The bill is classified as a resolution and has been adopted by the Legislature.

  • Bill Number: J 497
  • Title: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim March 19, 2025, as Small Business Development Centers Day in the State of New York
  • Status: Adopted
  • Introduced: March 12, 2025
  • Classification: Resolution

Purpose and Intent

  • The primary purpose is ceremonial recognition: to urge the Governor to issue a proclamation designating March 19, 2025, as Small Business Development Centers Day in New York.
  • Such proclamations typically highlight the role of Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) in supporting entrepreneurship, business growth, and economic development, without creating new duties, mandates, or budget obligations for state agencies.

Key Provisions

  • Memorializes the Governor to proclaim a specific date (March 19, 2025) as Small Business Development Centers Day in New York.
  • Contains no appropriation or fiscal mandate; does not impose new regulatory requirements on individuals, businesses, or local governments.
  • Serves as a formal expression of the Legislature’s support and recognition of SBDCs and their contributions to small businesses in the state.

Affected Parties

  • Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) and the network they support (primarily small business owners, aspiring entrepreneurs, and similar stakeholders).
  • State government, notably the Office of the Governor, which would issue the proclamation if the resolution is accepted.
  • The general public, which may become more aware of SBDC services and resources through the proclamation and accompanying publicity.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Referral and consideration:
    • Referred to Finance on March 12, 2025.
    • Reported to the calendar for consideration on March 18, 2025.
    • Adopted on March 18, 2025 (appearance of adoption in both houses’ action logs).
  • Sponsors:
    • Primary sponsor: Sean Ryan.
    • A large list of cosponsors from diverse districts, indicating broad legislative backing across party lines.

Potential Impact

  • Symbolic recognition that can raise public awareness of SBDCs and their value to small businesses.
  • Encourages state-level acknowledgment without triggering budgetary or regulatory changes.
  • May foster increased engagement with SBDC services by business owners and potential entrepreneurs.

Notes

  • The bill is a resolution, not a law; its legal effect is to urge the Governor to issue a proclamation and to publicly recognize SBDCs’ contributions.

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

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