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K 291

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim March 25-31, 2025, as Farmworker Awareness Week in the State of New York

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Chris Tague

Urges Gov. Hochul to proclaim March 25–31, 2025 as Farmworker Awareness Week in New York, boosting recognition and public awareness of farmworkers.

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Bill Summary · K 291

Bill K 291 — Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim March 25-31, 2025, as Farmworker Awareness Week in the State of New York

Overview

Bill K 291 is a ceremonial (resolution) measure that requests the Governor of New York to proclaim March 25–31, 2025, as Farmworker Awareness Week in New York. The bill is currently designated as adopted.

Purpose and Intent

  • To recognize and honor the contributions of farmworkers in New York.
  • To urging the Governor to issue an official proclamation designating a specific week (March 25–31, 2025) as Farmworker Awareness Week.
  • To promote public awareness about farmworkers’ roles, working conditions, and the importance of farm labor in the state’s economy and food system.

Key Provisions

  • Memorialization of the Governor: The measure asks Governor Kathy Hochul to issue a proclamation designating March 25–31, 2025, as Farmworker Awareness Week.
  • No substantive policy changes: As a resolution, the bill does not create new laws, mandates, or spending, nor does it compel regulatory changes.
  • Purpose of proclamation: The proclamation would serve as an official state acknowledgment and may encourage observances, educational activities, and outreach by schools, community groups, employers, and advocates.

Affected Parties

  • Farmworkers and farmworker organizations (recognition and visibility).
  • Employers and agricultural industry stakeholders (context for awareness and potential outreach).
  • Public schools, universities, and nonprofit groups that may organize events or educational activities.
  • General public in New York, through increased awareness of farmworker contributions and issues.

Procedural/Timeline Details

  • Introduced: April 1, 2025.
  • Referred to Calendar: April 1, 2025.
  • Adopted: April 2, 2025 (note: listed twice in the official actions, both as “ADOPTED” on the same date).
  • Sponsor: Chris Tague (primary).

Impact and Considerations

  • Legal effect: The resolution memorializes the Governor; it does not create enforceable legal obligations or funding.
  • Potential outcomes: If the Governor issues the proclamation, Farmworker Awareness Week would be officially recognized statewide, potentially spurring related events, educational activities, and heightened public attention to farmworker issues.
  • Monitoring: The primary action to watch is whether the proclamation is issued and the content of any official observances associated with the week.

Summary

Bill K 291 is a ceremonial measure adopted to urge Governor Hochul to proclaim March 25–31, 2025, as Farmworker Awareness Week in New York. Supported by primary sponsor Chris Tague, the resolution highlights the importance of farmworkers and aims to elevate public awareness through an official statewide proclamation.

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

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