Bill

K 590

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim November 3, 2025, as Panamanian Heritage Day in the State of New York in conjunction with commemoration of the anniversary of Panamanian Independence Day

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Nikki Lucas

Symbolic NY Assembly resolution urging the Governor to proclaim Nov 3, 2025 as Panamanian Heritage Day, honoring Panamanian independence; no new law or funds.

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Bill Summary · K 590

Summary: Assembly Memorializing Resolution K 590

Overview

Bill K 590 is a memorializing resolution introduced in the New York State Assembly on May 23, 2025. The measure would memorialize Governor Kathy Hochul to issue a proclamation designating November 3, 2025, as Panamanian Heritage Day in the State of New York, in conjunction with the anniversary of Panamanian Independence Day. The bill is classified as a resolution, not a statute.

Purpose and Intent

To recognize and honor the Panamanian community within New York State.
To align New York with a national or international practice of designating a day of Panamanian heritage coinciding with Panamanian Independence Day (November 3).
To promote awareness, cultural exchange, and appreciation of Panamanian history and contributions to New York.

Key Provisions

The primary directive: A request to the Governor to proclaim November 3, 2025, as Panamanian Heritage Day in New York.
The designation is to occur in conjunction with the commemoration of the anniversary of Panamanian Independence Day (November 3).

As a memorializing resolution, the bill does not authorize spending, create new law, or establish mandates. It expresses the Legislature’s sentiment and requests executive action.

Affected Parties and Impacts

Panamanian-American residents and organizations in New York: potential ceremonies, events, or celebrations recognizing Panamanian heritage on the specified date.
State government and the public: heightened awareness of Panamanian culture and history; potential cultural programming or community events surrounding the day.
No fiscal impact or regulatory changes are anticipated from the resolution itself.

Procedural History and Timeline

Introduced: May 23, 2025
Legislative actions:
- May 23, 2025: Referred to Calendar (listed twice in the record)
- May 29, 2025: Withdrawn (listed twice in the record)
Status: Withdrawn. The measure did not advance to further stages and would require reintroduction to be reconsidered.

Notes

A memorializing resolution is symbolic and does not enact law or allocate funds. Its effect is to formally urge the Governor to issue a proclamation recognizing Panamanian Heritage Day.
Given the withdrawal, there is no enacted designation at this time; the measure could be reintroduced in a future session if desired.

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