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K 725

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim September 27, 2025, as Teaching Assistants' Day in the State of New York

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Nader Sayegh

Non-binding memorial: urges Gov. Hochul to proclaim Sept. 27, 2025 as Teaching Assistants' Day in New York to recognize TAs and their work (no funding).

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Bill Summary · K 725

Summary of Bill K 725: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to Proclaim September 27, 2025, as Teaching Assistants' Day in the State of New York

Basic information

  • Bill number and title: K 725 — Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim September 27, 2025, as Teaching Assistants' Day in the State of New York
  • Status: ADOPTED
  • Introduced: June 6, 2025
  • Classification: Resolution (non-binding)
  • Sponsor (primary): Nader Sayegh

Purpose and intent

  • The bill is a ceremonial, non-binding resolution that requests the Governor to proclaim September 27, 2025, as Teaching Assistants' Day across New York State. The aim is to recognize and honor the contributions of teaching assistants to education, likely focusing on their roles in supporting instruction in higher education and related settings.

Key provisions

  • The resolution memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to issue a proclamation designating September 27, 2025 as Teaching Assistants' Day in New York.
  • As a memorializing resolution, it does not create new laws, authorize spending, or establish programs. Its effect is to urge, request, and publicly acknowledge the importance of teaching assistants.

Legislative history and status

  • Introduced: June 6, 2025
  • Referral: Referred to the calendar on June 6, 2025
  • Actions: Adopted on June 9, 2025 (noted as ADOPTED in the record)
  • Current status: Adopted (ceremonial measure ready for governor’s consideration)

Who is affected

  • Primary beneficiaries: Teaching assistants in New York (and the communities and institutions where they work) who would be publicly recognized through the proclaimed day.
  • Broader impact: Raises statewide awareness of the role of teaching assistants in educational settings and may encourage recognition events, appreciation by institutions, students, and faculty.

Procedural and timeline considerations

  • Governor’s proclamation: The bill requests the Governor to issue a proclamation designating the day. The actual observance depends on the Governor’s action and any resulting proclamation.
  • No fiscal impact anticipated: As a memorializing resolution, there is typically no appropriation or statutory changes tied to this measure.

Potential impact and notes

  • While non-binding, the resolution can help elevate the profile of teaching assistants, potentially spurring recognition events or initiatives at colleges and universities across New York.
  • The date, September 27, 2025, would become a state-recognized occasion if the Governor issues the proclamation as requested.

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

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