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J 1259

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim September 14-20, 2025, as Birth Center Awareness Week in the State of New York

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Leroy Comrie

Memorializes the Governor to proclaim Sept 14–20, 2025 as Birth Center Awareness Week, boosting visibility of birth centers and maternal‑infant health services.

REFERRED TO FINANCE
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Bill Summary · J 1259

Summary of Bill J 1259 (New York)

Bill at a glance

  • Bill Number: J 1259
  • Title: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim September 14-20, 2025, as Birth Center Awareness Week in the State of New York
  • Type/Class: Resolution (memorializing/proclamatory measure)
  • Sponsor (primary): Leroy Comrie
  • Introduced: July 11, 2025
  • Status: REFERRED TO FINANCE

Purpose and intent

  • The bill would memorialize Governor Kathy Hochul to issue a proclamation designating September 14-20, 2025, as Birth Center Awareness Week in New York. The intent is to recognize and promote awareness of birth centers and related maternal/infant health services within the state.

Key provisions

  • The resolution formally requests (memorializes) the Governor to issue a proclamation proclaiming Birth Center Awareness Week for the dates specified (September 14–20, 2025).
  • As a memorializing/expressive measure, the bill does not itself create new laws, authorize spending, or mandate program changes.
  • No programmatic changes or statutory revisions are embedded in the text provided; the primary action is to obtain gubernatorial proclamation.

Procedural status and timeline

  • Legislative actions: The measure was introduced on July 11, 2025 and referred to the Finance Committee on the same day (listed twice in the record).
  • Being a memorializing resolution, it is non-binding and serves as a formal recommendation to the Governor. If enacted, the Governor would issue a proclamation aligning with the dates specified.
  • No subsequent amendments or votes are indicated in the current record.

Affected parties and potential impact

  • Governor’s office: Would issue the proclamation if the bill becomes law.
  • Birth centers and maternal/infant health providers: May benefit from increased visibility and alignment with statewide awareness efforts.
  • Public and general residents of New York: May gain heightened awareness of birth centers, related services, and options for maternal care during the designated week.
  • State agencies and the public: The proclamation could support public education efforts, outreach, and community engagement around birth center services.

Fiscal considerations

  • As a memorializing resolution, the bill does not authorize new programs or appropriations. It is referred to Finance, which implies consideration of any potential fiscal impact, but such measures typically have minimal or no direct funding requirements.

If you’d like, I can add context on similar past proclamations or explain how a gubernatorial proclamation part of Birth Center Awareness Week typically functions in New York.

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

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