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K 236

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim the Persian-American community's celebration of the Persian New Year, Nowruz, on March 20, 2025

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Nader Sayegh

Ceremonial bill urging Gov. Hochul to proclaim March 20, 2025 as Nowruz, recognizing Persian-American contributions; symbolic recognition with no fiscal impact.

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Bill Summary · K 236

Summary: Bill K 236 – Memorializing Governor Hochul to Proclaim Nowruz, Persian New Year on March 20, 2025

Overview

Bill K 236 is a ceremonial resolution that memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim March 20, 2025, as a celebration of Nowruz, the Persian New Year, within the Persian-American community. The measure is adopted, meaning it has passed as a formal expression of the legislature’s intent and recognition, rather than establishing new law or fiscal requirements.

Purpose and Intent

  • Recognize and honor the Persian-American community’s celebration of Nowruz.
  • Request (via memorialization) that Governor Hochul issue an official proclamation designating March 20, 2025, as Nowruz in the state.
  • Highlight the cultural contributions of Persian-Americans and promote inclusivity and cultural awareness within the state.

Provisions and Changes

  • The core provision is a formal memorial urging the Governor to proclaim March 20, 2025, as the Nowruz celebration date.
  • As a memorializing resolution, it does not create mandatory duties, nor does it authorize spending or create new programs.
  • It serves as an official acknowledgment of Nowruz and the Persian-American community within the state.

Affected Parties and Impact

  • Primary political impact: symbolic recognition by the state government.
  • Affected communities: Persian-American residents and the broader community who observe Nowruz.
  • No direct regulatory or fiscal impact is anticipated, given the ceremonial nature of memorial resolutions.

Procedural History and Timeline

  • Introduced: March 19, 2025
  • Referral: March 19, 2025 (to the calendar)
  • Adopted: March 20, 2025 (final adoption)
  • Note: The record shows two instances of calendar referrals and two adoptions on the same dates, reflecting standard procedural steps across chambers or duplicate entries in the legislative record.

Sponsor

  • Nader Sayegh (primary sponsor)

Bottom Line

Bill K 236 is a short, ceremonial resolution that seeks to secure an official proclamation from the Governor recognizing Nowruz on March 20, 2025. It emphasizes cultural recognition and inclusivity and has been adopted as a formal expression of the legislature’s support for the Persian-American community and Nowruz celebrations.

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

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