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K 432

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

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Marianne Buttenschon

K 432 memorializes Gov. Hochul to proclaim May 6, 2025 as Teacher Appreciation Day in New York; a ceremonial request to publicly honor teachers.

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Bill Summary · K 432

Summary: Bill K 432 — Memorializing Governor Hochul to proclaim May 6, 2025, as Teacher Appreciation Day (New York)

Overview

Bill K 432 is a resolution (classification: memorial) introduced in May 2025 and adopted on May 6, 2025. The measure asks the Governor of New York to proclaim May 6, 2025, as Teacher Appreciation Day in the state. The primary sponsor is Assemblymember Marianne Buttenschon.

Purpose and Intent

  • The central aim is ceremonial and non-binding: to memorialize the governor to issue a proclamation recognizing and observing Teacher Appreciation Day in New York.
  • By seeking an official proclamation, the bill seeks to formally acknowledge and honor teachers and their contributions to education and communities.

Key Provisions

  • The resolution memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 6, 2025, as Teacher Appreciation Day in the State of New York.
  • As a resolution, it does not create new programs, funding, or regulatory requirements; it serves as a formal request or sentiment from the Legislature.
  • The document encourages public recognition and observance of teachers by schools, districts, and residents.

Affected Parties and Impact

  • Primary impact: teachers and the broader education community in New York, who would be publicly recognized for their work if the governor issues the proclaimed day.
  • Other stakeholders: students, families, school districts, and state residents, who may participate in ceremonies or activities honoring teachers.
  • Governor: the expected action of issuing a proclamation, which would then be publicly disseminated by state government channels.

Procedural History and Timeline

  • Introduced: May 5, 2025.
  • Referred to Calendar: May 5, 2025 (two entries).
  • Adopted: May 6, 2025 (two entries), indicating approval by the respective legislative body to memorialize the governor.
  • Sponsorship: Primary sponsor is Assemblymember Marianne Buttenschon.

Effective Date and Practical Effects

  • Effective date is the date of adoption by the Legislature; the actual effect occurs if and when the Governor issues the proclamation.
  • Practical effect is ceremonial: it signals legislative support for recognizing teachers and may catalyze public observances or activities by schools and communities.

Fiscal and Administrative Considerations

  • No new appropriations or programmatic mandates are created.
  • No regulatory changes accompany the resolution; administrative impact is limited to public communications and ceremonial observances if the proclamation is issued.

Bottom Line

K 432 is a symbolic measure intended to prompt a gubernatorial proclamation recognizing May 6, 2025, as Teacher Appreciation Day in New York. It reflects legislative support for honoring teachers and encouraging public acknowledgment of their impact.

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

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