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K 513

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 17, 2025, as Armed Forces Day in the State of New York

2025 Regular Session Introduced by John Lemondes

Urges Governor to proclaim May 17, 2025 as Armed Forces Day in New York; ceremonially recognizing service members; no new laws or costs.

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Bill Summary · K 513

Summary of Bill K 513: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 17, 2025, as Armed Forces Day in the State of New York

Overview

  • Bill Number: K 513
  • Title: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 17, 2025, as Armed Forces Day in the State of New York
  • Classification: Resolution (non-binding)
  • Status: ADOPTED
  • Introduced: May 14, 2025
  • Primary Sponsor: John Lemondes

Purpose and Intent

  • The bill is a memorializing resolution urging the Governor to issue a proclamation designating May 17, 2025 as Armed Forces Day in New York.
  • Its central aim is to officially recognize and honor members of the United States Armed Forces for their service, by aligning state observance with the national observance of Armed Forces Day.

Key Provisions

  • Request to Governor: The resolution requests (urges) Governor Hochul to proclaim May 17, 2025 as Armed Forces Day in New York.
  • Scope: The action is symbolic and ceremonial; it does not create new laws, impose obligations, or authorize expenditures.
  • Date Specificity: May 17, 2025 is specified as the date for the proclamation.

Affected Parties and Impact

  • Governor and State Government: The primary action would be for the Governor to issue the requested proclamation.
  • Armed Forces Community & General Public: The proclamation would recognize service members and could inform or inspire related observances, ceremonies, or educational activities within the state.
  • No Fiscal Impact: As a memorializing resolution, it does not authorize spending or create statutory requirements.

Procedural History and Timeline

  • Introduced: May 14, 2025
  • Referral: Referred to Calendar (May 14, 2025)
  • Adoption: Adopted (May 15, 2025) — listed twice in the version content, indicating action in the legislative process on that date
  • Status: Adopted, indicating the Legislature has passed the resolution and it serves as a formal request to the Governor.

Sponsor

  • Primary Sponsor: John Lemondes

Notes

  • This is a ceremonial measure; if enacted, it relies on the Governor’s action to issue the proclamation. It does not alter statutes or create new regulatory requirements.

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

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