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K 1253

Memorializing Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 2026, as Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Month in the State of New York

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Donna Lupardo

Proposes May 2026 be designated as Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Month in New York to urge public awareness and safety efforts.

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Bill Summary · K 1253

Summary: Assembly Resolution No. 1253 (2025-2026) – Memorializing May 2026 as Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Month in New York

Purpose and Intent

  • Proposes that the State of New York recognize May 2026 as Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Month.
  • Seeks Governor Kathy Hochul’s proclamation to designate May 2026 for increased public awareness of motorcycle safety and the presence of motorcyclists on the road.
  • Frames the resolution as part of a broader, long-standing tradition of recognizing official months to address issues affecting New York citizens.

Key Provisions

  • Memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 2026 as Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Month in New York.
  • Directs that a suitably engrossed copy of the resolution be transmitted to the Governor.
  • No new substantive laws or programs are created; the measure serves as a formal recommendation to the executive branch for annual awareness efforts.

Context and Data Points

  • Highlights the safety issue: motorcyclists are disproportionately affected by crashes due to drivers not seeing them.
  • Cites 2024 data: approximately 4,681 motorcycle-involved traffic crashes with 189 fatalities.
  • Cites 2025 data: 134 motorcyclist fatalities.
  • Emphasizes a rising number of motorcyclists and the need for increased safety education and awareness at local, state, and national levels.

Affected Parties

  • Primary: Motorcyclists and roadway users in New York State.
  • Indirectly: General public, drivers, and organizations involved in traffic safety and education.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Status: Referred to Calendar (as of 2026-05-01), indicating the bill is in the legislative scheduling stage and awaiting consideration for passage.
  • The resolution is an Assembly measure (not a law) urging the executive to act on proclaiming May 2026 as Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Month.
  • No explicit fiscal impact, regulatory changes, or programmatic funding are stated in the text of the resolution.

Remarks

  • The bill is a memorialization rather than a substantive law or policy change.
  • Its effectiveness depends on the Governor’s proclamation designating May 2026 as Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Month and any accompanying state-level awareness activities the administration may undertake.

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

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