Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim November 2-8, 2025, as Animal Shelter Appreciation Week in the State of New York

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Dean Murray

Urges the Governor to proclaim Nov 2-8, 2025 as Animal Shelter Appreciation Week in New York, honoring shelters and volunteers and boosting adoptions, donations, and awareness.

ADOPTED

Summary: Bill J 430 – Memorializing Governor Hochul to Proclaim Animal Shelter Appreciation Week (Nov 2–8, 2025)

Overview

Bill J 430 is a Joint Memorializing Resolution in the New York Legislature that requests the Governor to issue a proclamation designating November 2–8, 2025, as Animal Shelter Appreciation Week in the State of New York. The measure is ceremonial in nature and does not establish new law or allocate funds.

Purpose and Intent

Aims to recognize and honor the work of animal shelters, humane societies, rescue groups, and related organizations within New York.

Seeks to promote public awareness about animal welfare, adoption opportunities, donor support, and volunteer involvement during Animal Shelter Appreciation Week.

Key Provisions

Memorializes the Governor to proclaim November 2–8, 2025, as Animal Shelter Appreciation Week throughout the state.

Encourages statewide awareness of the needs, services, and positive impact of animal shelters and related programs.

Invites residents and organizations to participate in activities that support animal welfare, such as adoptions, volunteering, fostering, donations, and educational outreach.

Who Would Be Affected

Animal shelters, humane societies, rescues, and shelter staff and volunteers.

Pet owners and the general public who may be encouraged to engage with local shelters.

Local governments and community organizations that host or participate in outreach, events, or adoption drives during the proclaimed week.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

Introduced: February 26, 2025.

Status: ADOPTED (the Legislature has passed the measure; it is now awaiting a proclamation from the Governor).

Legislative actions recorded:

February 26, 2025: Referred to Finance (typical for memorializing resolutions).
March 4, 2025: Reported to calendar for consideration.
March 4, 2025: Adopted by the Legislature.

Sponsor: Dean Murray (primary).

Impact and Considerations

Fiscal: No direct appropriations or budget changes are attached to this resolution; it is a ceremonial recognition.

Policy: The bill does not create new regulatory requirements or legal standards; it functions to honor and promote awareness of animal shelter work.

implementation: If the Governor issues the proclamation, communities may organize events or campaigns aligned with Animal Shelter Appreciation Week.

Bottom Line

J 430 is a ceremonial Joint Memorializing Resolution adopted by the Legislature, urging the Governor to proclaim November 2–8, 2025, as Animal Shelter Appreciation Week in New York. It serves to publicly acknowledge the contributions of shelters and affiliated organizations and to encourage public involvement in animal welfare.