Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 25, 2024, as Africa Day in the State of New York
This bill asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially recognize May 25, 2024, as Africa Day in New York State. It is a symbolic resolution that does not create new laws or change how the government operates. The measure highlights the cultural heritage of African communities in New York and celebrates the founding of the Organization of African Unity. By adopting this resolution, the state legislature formally acknowledges the significance of the date and the theme of education for that year.
Bill status
passed
3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
May 2024
Committee Review
May 2024
Senate Passage
May 2024
Governor
Introduced May 10, 2024
Last action May 14, 2024
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the Senate. No roll call record of that vote is available.
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
3
Key actions
1
Committee
1
May 14, 2024
Senate · Passed
ADOPTED
May 10, 2024
Senate · Referred to committee
REFERRED TO FINANCE
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Zellnor Myrie
DDemocratic
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