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K 430

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

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Alicia Hyndman

A memorializing resolution urging Gov. Hochul to issue a proclamation declaring May 6, 2025 as Queens Day—a ceremonial recognition with no new law or budget impact.

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Bill Summary · K 430

Summary of Bill K 430: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to Proclaim May 6, 2025, as Queens Day in the State of New York

Overview

  • Bill Number: K 430
  • Title: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 6, 2025, as Queens Day in the State of New York
  • Type/Class: Resolution (memorializing)
  • Status: ADOPTED
  • Introduced: May 5, 2025
  • Primary Sponsor: Alicia Hyndman

Purpose and Intent

  • The bill seeks to formally memorialize the Governor of New York, Kathy Hochul, urging her to issue a proclamation designating May 6, 2025, as Queens Day in the State of New York.
  • As a memorializing resolution, its primary function is ceremonial: to recognize Queens and call attention to the date chosen for a day of celebration or reflection at the state level.

Key Provisions

  • The resolution requests the Governor to issue a proclamation recognizing May 6, 2025, as Queens Day.
  • It does not create new law, authorize spending, or alter state statutes. Instead, it is a formal request to the executive branch for ceremonial recognition.

Affected Parties and Scope

  • Geographic/Community Focus: The Borough of Queens, within New York City, and its residents and organizations.
  • No Fiscal Impact: As a memorializing resolution, it does not appropriate funds or authorize state expenditures.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduced: May 5, 2025.
  • Legislative Actions:
    • May 5, 2025: Referred to Calendar (listed twice in the actions, likely reflecting multiple chamber steps).
    • May 6, 2025: Adopted (reported in the actions twice, indicating both chambers completed adoption).
  • Current Status: Adopted; the resolution has passed through the legislative process and is presented as a formal request to the Governor.

Sponsor

  • Primary Sponsor: Assembly Member Alicia Hyndman

Potential Impact

  • Civic and Cultural: Public acknowledgment of Queens’ contributions and diversity, potentially fostering community pride and promoting awareness of Queens’ cultural heritage.
  • Ceremonial Effect: Encourages a gubernatorial proclamation rather than creating or altering statutory law.
  • No Budgetary Implications: No anticipated fiscal costs or funding changes are associated with this memorializing resolution.

Notes

  • This summary reflects the information available from the bill’s line items and actions. As a memorializing resolution, the bill’s power is primarily symbolic, seeking official recognition from the Governor rather than altering policy or law.

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

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