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K 638

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim September 17-23, 2025, as Constitution Week in the State of New York

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Karl Brabenec

NY K638 urges Gov. Hochul to proclaim Sept 17-23, 2025 as Constitution Week to boost civic education; ceremonial, no cost, encourages schools, agencies, and public awareness.

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Bill Summary · K 638

NY K 638 — Memorializing Governor Hochul to Proclaim Constitution Week (Sept 17–23, 2025)

Overview

K 638 is a New York State Assembly memorial (a ceremonial resolution) urging Governor Kathy Hochul to issue a proclamation designating September 17–23, 2025 as Constitution Week in the State of New York. The measure is classified as a memorial and does not create or fund new programs; its effect is to request official recognition and observance within the state.

Purpose and Intent

  • to honor the U.S. Constitution and promote civic education across New York.
  • to align New York’s observance with the broader national recognition of Constitution Week, typically observed during the week of September 17–23.

Key Provisions

  • The core directive is for the Governor to proclaim September 17–23, 2025 as Constitution Week in New York.
  • The proclamation would serve to encourage schools, organizations, and the public to study and reflect on the Constitution and its enduring principles.

Timeline and Status

  • Introduced: May 30, 2025.
  • Referred to Calendar: May 30, 2025 (listed twice in the version notes).
  • Adopted: June 4, 2025 (listed twice in the version notes).
  • Status: ADOPTED (the memorial has passed the Legislature and awaits or has received the Governor’s proclamation).

Sponsors

  • Primary sponsor: Karl Brabenec.

Affected Parties and Impact

  • Governor’s Office: expected to issue a proclamation if the memorial is accepted.
  • State agencies, schools, and civic organizations: encouraged to observe Constitution Week through educational activities and events.
  • General public: awareness of the U.S. Constitution’s historical significance and its role in American civic life.

Fiscal and Legal Implications

  • No explicit fiscal impact is identified in the bill text. As a ceremonial memorial, it does not create obligations to spend state funds or establish new statutory requirements.

Context and Additional Notes

  • Constitution Week is traditionally a time for education and reflection on the U.S. Constitution. While the bill does not change statutory law, it seeks official statewide recognition that can catalyze educational programming and public awareness.

Bottom Line

K 638 is a ceremonial measure adopted by the New York Legislature to urge the Governor to proclaim September 17–23, 2025 as Constitution Week in New York, reinforcing civic education and awareness of constitutional heritage without creating new legal or financial obligations.

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

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