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K 435

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 5-9, 2025, as Legislative Staff Week in the State of New York

2025 Regular Session Introduced by John McDonald

Urges Gov. Hochul to proclaim May 5-9, 2025 as Legislative Staff Week in NY; ceremonial recognition of legislative staff with no new laws or costs.

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Bill Summary · K 435

Summary: Bill K 435 — Memorializing Governor Hochul to Proclaim Legislative Staff Week

Key Details

  • Bill Number: K 435
  • Title: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 5-9, 2025, as Legislative Staff Week in the State of New York
  • Classification: Resolution
  • Status: ADOPTED
  • Introduced: May 5, 2025
  • Primary Sponsor: John T. McDonald III
  • Legislative Actions:
    • 2025-05-05: REFERRED TO CALENDAR
    • 2025-05-06: ADOPTED (both entries)

Purpose and Intent

This resolution memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to issue a proclamation designating May 5-9, 2025 as Legislative Staff Week in New York. The intent is to recognize, honor, and highlight the important work of legislative staff who support the operations of the state legislature.

Key Provisions

  • The core provision is a formal request to the Governor to proclaim May 5–9, 2025, as Legislative Staff Week.
  • As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws, authorize spending, or impose regulatory obligations.
  • The action is non-binding on state government beyond the gubernatorial proclamation and public recognition.

Affected Parties and Impact

  • Affected/Recognized: Legislative staff in New York (employees and personnel who support the Assembly and Senate, as well as related legislative offices).
  • Impact: Primarily symbolic and ceremonial recognition that can promote appreciation for legislative staff, potentially accompanied by public acknowledgments or events in state government activities. No direct fiscal impact or policy changes are anticipated from the resolution itself.

Procedural Timeline and Context

  • Introduced: May 5, 2025
  • Referred to Calendar: May 5, 2025
  • Adopted: May 6, 2025 (two recorded ADOPTED actions, likely reflecting passage in both chambers)

Additional Notes

  • The measure designates a specific week in 2025 and relies on the Governor’s proclamation to effectuate the recognition.
  • Primary sponsor: John T. McDonald III. No other sponsors are listed in the provided information.

Bottom Line

K 435 is a ceremonial resolution passed to urge Governor Hochul to proclaim May 5–9, 2025 as Legislative Staff Week in New York. It acknowledges the essential role of legislative staff and promotes public recognition without altering statutes or creating fiscal obligations.

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

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