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K 404

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim September 26, 2025, as Yemeni American Heritage Day in the State of New York

2025 Regular Session Introduced by John Zaccaro

Urges NY Governor to proclaim Sept 26, 2025 as Yemeni American Heritage Day to honor Yemeni Americans; a symbolic, ceremonial recognition with no funding.

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Bill Summary · K 404

Summary: Bill K 404 — Memorializing Governor Hochul to Proclaim September 26, 2025 as Yemeni American Heritage Day (New York)

Overview

  • Bill number & title: K 404, Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim September 26, 2025, as Yemeni American Heritage Day in the State of New York.
  • Type and status: Resolution. Status: ADOPTED.
  • Introduced: April 29, 2025.
  • Classification: Resolution (non-binding; symbolic action by the Legislature).
  • Sponsor: John Zaccaro Jr. (primary).

Purpose and intent

The bill seeks to urge the Governor of New York to issue a proclamation designating September 26, 2025, as Yemeni American Heritage Day in the state. The aim is to recognize and honor the contributions and cultural heritage of Yemeni Americans within New York, and to promote awareness and celebration of Yemeni American history, culture, and community impact.

Key provisions

  • A formal request to the Governor to proclaim a specific observance date (September 26, 2025) as Yemeni American Heritage Day in New York.
  • Expresses the Legislature’s intention to recognize Yemeni American heritage and contributions to the state.
  • Typically includes encouragement for communities, schools, and cultural institutions to observe or commemorate the day in appropriate ways (though not constituting mandatory actions or spending).

Affected parties and impact

  • Primary audience: Yemeni American communities and cultural organizations within New York.
  • State government and agencies: The proclamation, if issued by the Governor, would be ceremonial recognition by the executive branch.
  • Public impact: Raises awareness of Yemeni American heritage and may encourage educational activities, events, and community engagement on or around the designated day.
  • Fiscal effect: Generally negligible or none, as proclamations do not require state funding or new programs.

Procedural timeline and actions

  • April 29, 2025: Introduced and referred to calendar (as per the record).
  • April 29–April 30, 2025: Referred to calendar and subsequently adopted.
  • April 30, 2025: Adopted (final status shown as ADOPTED in the record, with duplicate entries indicating the same action).

Additional notes

  • The bill is a symbolic legislative resolution, not a statute. Its effect is to request the Governor’s proclamation rather than to enact new legal obligations or spending.
  • The primary sponsor is John Zaccaro Jr., indicating leadership support within the chamber for recognizing Yemeni American heritage in New York.

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

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