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K 217

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim March 26, 2025, as Bangladesh Independence Day in the State of New York

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Jenifer Rajkumar

Requests New York Governor to proclaim March 26, 2025 as Bangladesh Independence Day in NY, a ceremonial recognition honoring Bangladeshi Americans.

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Bill Summary · K 217

Summary: Bill K 217 – Memorializing Governor Hochul to proclaim March 26, 2025 as Bangladesh Independence Day in New York

Overview

Bill K 217 is a memorializing resolution that requests the Governor of New York to proclaim March 26, 2025, as Bangladesh Independence Day in the State of New York. It is classified as a resolution and has been adopted by the Legislature.

Purpose and Intent

  • To formally recognize and honor Bangladesh Independence Day by urging the Governor to issue a proclamation designating March 26, 2025 as a day of observance in New York State.
  • The measure signals legislative support for acknowledging the Bangladeshi American community and the historical significance of Bangladesh’s independence.

Key Provisions

  • The primary operative action is a memorial to the Governor requesting the proclamation.
  • The proclamation would designate March 26, 2025, as Bangladesh Independence Day in New York State and guide appropriate observances or recognition by state residents, institutions, and governmental entities.
  • The resolution serves as ceremonial guidance rather than creating or altering statutory law or imposing new duties on state agencies.

Affected Parties

  • Bangladeshi American residents and the broader Bangladeshi diaspora within New York State, who benefit from formal recognition of their cultural and historical heritage.
  • General public and state institutions (schools, cultural organizations, agencies) that may observe or acknowledge the designation.
  • The Governor, who would issue the formal proclamation if the resolution is accepted.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduced: March 17, 2025.
  • Referred to calendar: March 17, 2025 (listed twice in the version content, indicating calendar consideration).
  • Adopted: March 18, 2025 (the action appears twice, reflecting passage by both houses on that date).
  • Status: Adopted; the next step would be for the Governor to issue the formal proclamation honoring Bangladesh Independence Day on March 26, 2025, if not already encompassed by the resolution’s language.
  • Sponsor: Jenifer Rajkumar (primary).

Context and Notes

  • Bangladesh Independence Day commemorates the 1971 independence movement and the subsequent establishment of Bangladesh. While the bill does not establish a legal holiday or create statutory obligations, it creates a formal, ceremonial request to recognize the day within New York State.
  • As a ceremonial resolution, there is typically no fiscal impact or regulatory burden associated with implementation.

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

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