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K 437

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 2025 as Haitian Heritage Month in the State of New York

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn

Urges New York Governor to proclaim May 2025 as Haitian Heritage Month; a symbolic, non-binding gesture recognizing Haitian American contributions statewide.

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Bill Summary · K 437

Summary: New York Assembly Memorializing Resolution K 437

Title and Purpose

K 437 is a memorializing resolution urging Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 2025 as Haitian Heritage Month in the State of New York. As a memorialization, it expresses the Legislature’s intent and sentiment that the Governor issue an official proclamation recognizing Haitian heritage and contributions during May 2025.

Key Provisions

  • Proclamation Request: The resolution asks the Governor to issue a formal proclamation designating May 2025 as Haitian Heritage Month in New York.
  • Observance Theme: While the text of the bill is not provided in detail, such proclamations typically encourage statewide recognition, educational activities, cultural events, and community acknowledgment of Haitian American contributions.

Affected Parties

  • Haitian American communities and cultural organizations in New York, which would benefit from formal statewide recognition.
  • State agencies, public schools, and cultural institutions that often observe and promote proclamations and related events aligned with Haitian Heritage Month.
  • The Governor’s office, as the target of the memorialization urging proclamation.

Procedural History and Timeline

  • Introduced: May 5, 2025.
  • Initial action: Referred to Calendar on May 5, 2025.
  • Adoption: Reported/adopted on May 6, 2025 (the record shows two “ADOPTED” actions on that date, which may reflect passage in two chambers or subsequent formal steps typical for memorial resolutions).
  • Status: Adopted.

Sponsorship

  • Primary Sponsor: Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn. (The bill is a memorializing resolution, and Sponsorship indicates legislative support for urging the Governor’s proclamation.)

Impact and Context

  • Legal Effect: This is a symbolic, non-binding resolution. It does not create new substantive law or require funding. Its impact lies in formal acknowledgment and encouragement of public recognition of Haitian heritage within the state.
  • Context: Haitian Heritage Month is observed in various jurisdictions to celebrate the history, culture, and contributions of Haitian Americans. This resolution aligns New York with that broader recognition by urging an official gubernatorial proclamation for May 2025.

Notes

  • As a resolution, the bill does not mandate specific programs or expenditures; any related events or educational activities would depend on the Governor’s proclamation and subsequent actions by state and local entities.

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

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