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K 664

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 6, 2025, as Mother's Equal Pay Day in the State of New York

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Michaelle Solages

Urges Gov. Hochul to proclaim May 6, 2025 as Mother's Equal Pay Day in New York; a ceremonial resolution to raise awareness of motherhood wage gaps, with no new laws or spending.

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Bill Summary · K 664

Summary of Bill K 664 – Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 6, 2025, as Mother's Equal Pay Day in the State of New York

Basic bill information

  • Bill number: K 664
  • Title: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 6, 2025, as Mother's Equal Pay Day in the State of New York
  • Status: Adopted
  • Introduced: June 4, 2025
  • Classification: Resolution (memorializing the Governor)
  • Primary sponsor: Michaelle C. Solages

Purpose and intent

  • The bill is a ceremonial resolution that requests (memorializes) Governor Kathy Hochul to issue a proclamation designating May 6, 2025 as “Mother’s Equal Pay Day” in New York. The resolution seeks official recognition by the state leadership of the date as a focal point for highlighting the wage gap experienced by mothers.

Key provisions

  • As a memorializing resolution, the measure:
    • Does not create new laws, programs, or spending.
    • Urges the Governor to issue a proclamation recognizing May 6, 2025 as Mother’s Equal Pay Day in New York.
    • Serves as a formal expression of the Legislature’s support for awareness around the wage gap faced by mothers.

Affected parties and impact

  • Governor (ecutive branch): The resolution asks the Governor to issue a proclamation naming May 6, 2025 as Mother’s Equal Pay Day in the state.
  • General public, especially working mothers: Gains heightened visibility and recognition of the ongoing pay disparities associated with motherhood.
  • State government and public discourse: The proclamation can be used in official communications and public events to raise awareness about gender wage gaps and the motherhood penalty.

Procedural/timeline aspects

  • Introduction: June 4, 2025
  • Referral: Referred to calendar (June 4, 2025)
  • Adoption: Adopted (June 5, 2025)
  • The action signifies legislative endorsement of the concept and its ceremonial designation, but not a change in law or expenditure.

Sponsor

  • Primary sponsor: Assembly Member Michaelle C. Solages

Notes

  • The date specified by the bill is May 6, 2025, for Mother's Equal Pay Day in New York. This measure emphasizes awareness and recognition rather than establishing new policy or fiscal obligations.

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

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