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K 673

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim October, 2025, as Filipino American History Month in the State of New York

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Steven Raga

A non-binding NY bill urges Gov. Hochul to proclaim October 2025 as Filipino American History Month, honoring contributions and boosting awareness without creating new laws.

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Bill Summary · K 673

Summary: Bill K 673 — Memorializing Governor Hochul to Proclaim October 2025 as Filipino American History Month (New York)

Overview

Bill K 673 is a memorializing resolution in the New York State Legislature urging Gov. Kathy Hochul to proclaim October 2025 as Filipino American History Month in New York. The measure is non-binding and serves as a formal expression of the Legislature’s support for recognizing Filipino American history and contributions within the state.

Purpose and Intent

  • Officially request (not require) the Governor to issue a proclamation designating October 2025 as Filipino American History Month in New York.
  • Acknowledge and honor the historical and ongoing contributions of Filipino Americans to the social, cultural, economic, and civic life of New York State.
  • Encourage educational and cultural awareness about Filipino American history during the designated month.

Key Provisions

  • Recognition of Filipino Americans’ contributions to New York State.
  • Urges the Governor to issue a proclamation for October 2025 to be observed as Filipino American History Month.
  • Typically conveys the request to relevant state offices (e.g., the Governor) and may be transmitted to state officials and educational institutions for awareness (specific transmission details are not provided in the text available).

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • Primary beneficiaries: Filipino American community in New York, and the broader public, through enhanced awareness of Filipino American history and contributions.
  • Government and public sector: The Governor’s office would be the recipient of the request to issue a proclamation; public schools, libraries, and cultural organizations may use the month to highlight Filipino American history.
  • Fiscal/Legal effect: As a memorializing resolution, it does not create new law, regulatory obligations, or funding. It does not impose costs or mandates; it carries symbolic and commemorative significance.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduced: June 4, 2025.
  • Referred to Calendar: June 4, 2025.
  • Adopted: June 5, 2025 (two recorded entries in the version content, both noting adoption).
  • Sponsor: Steven Raga (primary).

Context and Significance

  • Aligns with a broader set of state-level recognitions of cultural and historical communities.
  • Builds awareness of Filipino American history within New York and complements educational and cultural programming during October 2025.

Bottom Line

K 673 is a short, symbolic measure adopted by the New York Legislature that requests the Governor to proclaim October 2025 as Filipino American History Month. It is non-binding and intended to honor contributions and raise awareness, rather than to create new state law or funding.

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

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