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J 113

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 6, 2025, as Nurses Day in the State of New York

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Roxanne Persaud

Urges Gov. Hochul to proclaim May 6, 2025 as Nurses Day in New York; a symbolic, non-binding tribute recognizing nurses and encouraging statewide observances.

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Bill Summary · J 113

Summary: J 113 — Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 6, 2025, as Nurses Day in the State of New York

Purpose and nature

  • Type: Resolution (Memorializing)
  • Title: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 6, 2025, as Nurses Day in the State of New York
  • Objective: To urge the Governor to issue a proclamation designating May 6, 2025 as Nurses Day in New York.
  • Status: ADOPTED
  • Introduced: January 9, 2025
  • Sponsor: Roxanne J. Persaud (primary)

This measure is a symbolic resolution, not a law. It does not create or alter statutory requirements, fund programs, or impose new duties. Instead, it expresses the Legislature’s intent and requests the Governor to issue a ceremonial proclamation recognizing nurses.

What the bill would do

  • Memorialize and request: The New York State Legislature formally memorializes the Governor to proclaim May 6, 2025 as Nurses Day.
  • Recognition: Aims to acknowledge the contributions of nurses and nursing professionals to public health, patient care, and the healthcare system.
  • Observance invitation: Encourages appropriate recognition, activities, or observances of Nurses Day across the state, as guided by the Governor’s proclamation.

Key provisions and changes

  • Proclamation request: The core provision is a formal request to the Governor to issue a proclamation designating May 6, 2025 as Nurses Day.
  • Preamble (typical in such resolutions): Likely includes statements recognizing the vital role of nurses, their commitment, and the impact of nursing on community health. (The exact text is not provided, but such language is customary in memorializing resolutions.)

Who or what would be affected

  • Affected parties: Registered nurses, nurse practitioners, nursing support staff, healthcare facilities, nursing organizations, and the general public in New York.
  • Practical impact: The effect is ceremonial and symbolic, promoting awareness and appreciation for the nursing profession on a statewide level. No new statutory requirements, funding, or regulatory changes are created.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Introduction: January 9, 2025
  • Committee action: Referred to Finance on January 9, 2025
  • Floor action: Reported to calendar for consideration and adopted on January 14, 2025 (actions listed twice, reflecting concurrent chamber processes)
  • Final status: Adopted (no further legislative steps indicated)

Additional notes

  • The primary sponsor is Roxanne J. Persaud.
  • As a resolution, the measure is non-binding and contingent on the Governor issuing the proclamation. If Governor Hochul issues the proclamation, Nurses Day would be officially recognized on or around May 6, 2025.

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

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