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J 1087

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim October 2025, as Bullying Prevention Month in the State of New York

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Jim Tedisco

A ceremonial NY joint resolution asks Gov. Hochul to proclaim October 2025 as Bullying Prevention Month, urging awareness and anti-bullying efforts without new laws or spending.

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Bill Summary · J 1087

Summary: Bill J 1087 – Memorializing Governor Hochul to proclaim October 2025 as Bullying Prevention Month

Overview

Bill J 1087 is a memorializing joint resolution in New York state government that requests the Governor to issue a proclamation designating October 2025 as Bullying Prevention Month in New York. The bill is classified as a resolution, not a statute, and its adoption signals ceremonial support for bullying prevention efforts.

Purpose and Intent

  • To acknowledge the importance of preventing bullying and promoting safe, inclusive environments in schools and communities.
  • To urge the Governor to issue a formal proclamation designating October 2025 as Bullying Prevention Month and to encourage public awareness, education, and anti-bullying initiatives during that month.

Key Provisions

  • The bill explicitly requests and memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim October 2025 as Bullying Prevention Month in the State of New York.
  • As a memorializing resolution, it does not establish new laws, duties, or funding. It serves as a ceremonial expression of support and a call to action for schools, communities, and organizations to observe and promote bullying prevention efforts during October 2025.
  • It may implicitly encourage coordination with schools, parent-teacher associations, and anti-bullying organizations to raise awareness and implement prevention strategies, but it does not mandate specific programs.

Affected Parties

  • Governor’s Office: Responsible for issuing the requested proclamation if the resolution is adopted.
  • General public, students, educators, parents, and anti-bullying organizations: Beneficiaries of enhanced awareness and observance during Bullying Prevention Month.
  • No new fiscal or regulatory obligations are created by the resolution itself.

Procedural History and Timeline

  • Introduced: May 23, 2025.
  • Referred to: Finance (May 23, 2025).
  • Actions on May 28, 2025:
    • Reported to calendar for consideration (twice listed in the record).
    • Adopted (twice listed in the record).
  • Sponsor: James Tedisco (primary).

Status

  • Adopted: The resolution has been enacted in its ceremonial form, signaling legislative support for proclaiming October 2025 as Bullying Prevention Month.

Fiscal Implications

  • Generally minimal or none, as memorializing resolutions typically do not authorize spending or create new programs. Any related activities would be dependent on the Governor’s proclamation and subsequent public-facing observances.

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

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