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K 411

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 05, 2025, as Haitian Unity Day in the State of New York, in conjunction with the observance of Haitian Heritage Month

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Michaelle Solages

Memorializes the governor to proclaim May 5, 2025 as Haitian Unity Day in NY, tying it to Haitian Heritage Month; ceremonial recognition with no new funding or programs.

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Bill Summary · K 411

Summary of Bill K 411 – Memorializing Governor Hochul to Proclaim May 5, 2025 as Haitian Unity Day (Haitian Heritage Month)

Overview

Bill K 411 is a New York State Assembly (resolution) that memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 5, 2025, as Haitian Unity Day in the State of New York, aligning with Haitian Heritage Month. The measure has been adopted by the legislature and is intended to formally request the Governor to issue the proclamation.

Purpose and Intent

  • The primary objective is ceremonial recognition and public acknowledgment.
  • It seeks to highlight and honor the Haitian-American community’s contributions to New York, and to promote unity and cultural heritage during Haitian Heritage Month.
  • The resolution functions as a formal expression of support and a call for a gubernatorial proclamation, rather than creating new law or programmatic authority.

Key Provisions

  • Memorializes the Governor of New York to proclaim May 5, 2025, as Haitian Unity Day.
  • This proclamation would occur in conjunction with Haitian Heritage Month, thereby coordinating formal recognition with broader commemorations of Haitian culture and history.
  • The bill itself does not authorize spending, establish programs, or create new state requirements; its effect is ceremonial and symbolic.

Who Is Affected

  • Haitian-American residents and communities in New York State, along with state government and public institutions that would acknowledge the proclamation.
  • The general public would be informed of the designated day through official proclamations and related observances if issued.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduced: May 2, 2025.
  • Legislative Actions:
    • Referred to Calendar on May 2, 2025 (listed twice in the record).
    • Adopted by the legislature on May 5, 2025 (listed twice in the record).
  • Status: ADOPTED. As a memorializing resolution, it requires the Governor’s proclamation to take effect as the measure envisions official recognition in state observances.
  • Sponsor: Michaelle C. Solages (primary).

Impact and Notes

  • No new statutory authorities or funding are created.
  • If the Governor issues the proclamation, May 5, 2025 would be recognized as Haitian Unity Day in New York, complementing Haitian Heritage Month activities.
  • The resolution serves as a formal statement of legislative sentiment and a prompt to align state observances with the day’s theme of Haitian unity and heritage.

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

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