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J 821

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 4, 2025, as Star Wars Day in the State of New York

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Joe Addabbo and 61 co-sponsors

A memorializing resolution urging the NY Governor to declare May 4, 2025 Star Wars Day; ceremonial only, no laws or spending, primarily affects fans and the Governor's Office.

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Bill Summary · J 821

Summary of Bill J 821 — Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 4, 2025, as Star Wars Day in the State of New York

What the bill is

  • Type: Resolution (memorializing measure)
  • Number: J 821
  • Title: Memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 4, 2025, as Star Wars Day in the State of New York
  • Status: ADOPTED
  • Introduced: April 16, 2025
  • Classification: Resolution (non-binding)
  • Purpose: To urge the Governor to issue a proclamation designating May 4, 2025, as Star Wars Day in New York

Key provisions and changes

  • Primary action: The resolution requests (urges) the Governor to publicly proclaim May 4, 2025, as Star Wars Day within New York State.
  • Nature of effect: As a memorializing resolution, it does not create or alter law, impose regulatory requirements, or authorize spending. It is a formal expression of the Legislature’s wishes directed to the Governor.
  • Expected content of proclamation (hypothetical): If issued, the proclamation would publicly recognize Star Wars Day in New York and note the cultural significance of Star Wars and its fans within the state.

Who is affected

  • Governor’s Office: The recipient of the request to issue a proclamation.
  • Residents and organizations in New York with an interest in Star Wars or related fan, cultural, or educational activities may reference the proclamation in events or promotions.
  • No direct fiscal or regulatory changes affecting state programs or agencies are implied by the resolution.

Procedural history and timeline

  • 2025-04-16: Referred to Finance (introduced and sent to committee for consideration).
  • 2025-04-29: Re-reported to the calendar for consideration.
  • 2025-04-29: Adopted (in the respective chamber(s))—the bill advanced to final action and passed as a memorializing resolution.
  • Note: The bill has been listed with multiple sponsors, indicating broad legislative support. The primary sponsor is Michael Gianaris; numerous cosponsors span both parties and chambers.

Sponsors and support

  • Primary sponsor: Michael Gianaris
  • Notable cosponsors include a wide cross-section of legislators from both major parties, reflecting broad bipartisan support for recognizing Star Wars Day in New York.

Potential impact and context

  • Policy impact: No change to law, regulations, or state programs; purely ceremonial.
  • Cultural impact: May encourage public events, school activities, and community celebrations aligned with Star Wars Day.
  • Budget impact: None anticipated from the resolution itself; any costs would depend on Governor’s proclamation issuance or related ceremonial activities, which are typically discretionary.

If you’d like, I can add a brief note comparing this to other similar ceremonial proclamations or provide a quick overview of how such memorializing resolutions are typically used in New York.

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

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