A 3745 New York Assembly · 2023 Regular Session

Designates the state of New York a purple heart state

This bill designates New York as a "purple heart state," a symbolic title with no direct impact on laws or government operations. The legislation adds a single line to the state statutes to include this designation, which takes effect on January 1st of the following year. Because the change is purely commemorative and does not alter existing policies or affect specific groups, it serves as an honorary recognition rather than a functional policy update.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2023
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 7, 2023 Last action May 17, 2024