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K 601

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 28, 2025, as Menstrual Hygiene Day in the State of New York

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Linda Rosenthal

New York memorializes May 28, 2025 as Menstrual Hygiene Day, urging Governor to issue a proclamation. Ceremonial, non-binding; no funds, aims to raise awareness and reduce stigma.

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Bill Summary · K 601

Summary of New York Bill K 601 (Memorializing Governor to Proclaim May 28, 2025 as Menstrual Hygiene Day)

Overview

Bill K 601 is a memorializing resolution in the New York Legislature that asks Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 28, 2025, as Menstrual Hygiene Day in the State of New York. The measure is ceremonial in nature and seeks official state recognition of Menstrual Hygiene Day, aligning New York with a global observance aimed at raising awareness about menstrual health and hygiene.

Purpose and Intent

  • Officially designate May 28, 2025, as Menstrual Hygiene Day in New York.
  • Promote public awareness, education, and dialogue about menstrual health, hygiene management, and related issues.
  • Demonstrate legislative support for reducing stigma surrounding menstruation and highlighting access to menstrual products and information.

Key Provisions

  • The bill is classified as a resolution, not a law. As such, it does not authorize new programs, funding, or regulatory requirements.
  • It directs the Governor to issue a proclamation recognizing May 28, 2025, as Menstrual Hygiene Day within the state.
  • No fiscal implications, regulatory mandates, or enforcement mechanisms are included in the text provided.

Sponsors

  • Primary Sponsor: Linda Rosenthal

Legislative Actions and Timeline

  • Introduced: May 27, 2025
  • Referred to Calendar: May 27, 2025
  • Adopted: May 28, 2025 (the measure passed the legislature and was adopted on that date)

Effect and Impact

  • Practical effect: If the Governor issues the requested proclamation, May 28, 2025 would be publicly recognized as Menstrual Hygiene Day across New York.
  • Non-binding nature: As a memorializing resolution, it does not enact new laws or allocate funds. Its impact is largely symbolic, aimed at raising visibility and encouraging educational or awareness-related initiatives at the state and community levels.
  • Potential ancillary outcomes: Increased attention to menstrual health equity, potential alignment with ongoing efforts to improve access to menstrual products and menstrual health education, and support for stigma reduction.

Who Is Affected

  • Broad public in New York State, with possible indirect influence on schools, community organizations, and health education programs through heightened awareness and potential public dialogue.

Procedural and Timeline Notes

  • The measure was adopted by the Legislature on May 28, 2025 after being referred to the calendar earlier that day.
  • As a memorializing resolution, the next step would typically be transmission to the Governor for a proclamation. The absence of a proclamation would leave the resolution as a formal, symbolic expression of legislative support.

If you’d like, I can add a brief context about Menstrual Hygiene Day’s global significance or compare how similar resolutions function in other states.

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

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