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J 147

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim September 2025, as Preparedness Month in the State of New York

2025 Regular Session Introduced by George Borrello and 5 co-sponsors

Urges the Governor to proclaim September 2025 as Preparedness Month in New York to promote statewide awareness and coordinated emergency readiness activities.

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Bill Summary · J 147

Summary of Bill J 147 — Memorializing Governor Hochul to Proclaim September 2025 as Preparedness Month in New York

Overview

Bill J 147 is a memorializing resolution that, if adopted, would urge the Governor of New York to issue a proclamation designating September 2025 as Preparedness Month within the state. The measure is non-binding and ceremonial, intended to promote public awareness and coordinated readiness activities across state and local actors.

  • Bill type: Resolution (Memorializing)
  • Status: Adopted
  • Introduced: January 10, 2025
  • Current status details: The bill proceeded through the calendar process and was adopted on January 14, 2025. It was introduced and first referred to the Finance committee before moving to calendar consideration and final adoption.
  • Prime sponsor: Patrick M. Gallivan
  • Cosponsors: George Borrello, Robert Rolison, Joseph A. Griffo, Dan Stec, Dean Murray

Purpose and Intent

  • To formally request the Governor to proclaim September 2025 as Preparedness Month in New York.
  • To align state focus with broader preparedness efforts, encouraging residents, businesses, communities, and government entities to strengthen emergency readiness and resilience.

Key Provisions (Substantive Elements)

As a memorializing resolution, the bill would typically include:
- A formal memorialization urging the Governor to issue a proclamation declaring September 2025 as Preparedness Month in the State of New York.
- Encouragement for participation by individuals, families, schools, workplaces, non-profit organizations, and local governments in preparedness activities.
- Astatement supporting statewide awareness campaigns, training opportunities, and coordination with relevant state agencies to promote preparedness measures during the designated month.
- No new authority, program creation, or funding—minor ceremonial impact intended to raise public attention and cooperation.

Who Would Be Affected

  • Governor’s Office: Would receive the formal request to issue the proclamation.
  • State Agencies and Local Governments: Encouraged to participate in preparedness activities and disseminate information during September 2025.
  • Residents and Businesses: Beneficiaries of heightened awareness and promoted preparedness resources and events.
  • Emergency Management Community: Likely to coordinate or promote activities aligned with Preparedness Month.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduction date: January 10, 2025.
  • Committee action: Referred to Finance (as indicated in the actions).
  • Calendar and adoption: Reported to calendar for consideration and adopted on January 14, 2025.
  • Effect: As a resolution, it does not create new law or funding; it serves as an official urging or commendation to observe Preparedness Month.

Practical Impact

  • The resolution serves to elevate preparedness messaging and encourage coordinated observance across state and local levels.
  • It may prompt state agencies to highlight emergency readiness resources, training, and public information during September 2025.
  • Fiscal impact is expected to be minimal or none, given the ceremonial nature of memorializing resolutions.

If you’d like, I can add a brief comparison to similar resolutions or place this within the broader context of New York’s emergency management initiatives.

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

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