Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim March 26, 2026, as Bangladesh Independence Day in the State of New York
This bill directs New York Governor Kathy Hochul to officially recognize March 26, 2026, as Bangladesh Independence Day within the state. The resolution acknowledges the cultural contributions of the Bangladeshi community in New York, which includes over 60,000 residents in New York City who contribute to various sectors of society. It highlights Bangladesh's democratic values and its relationship with the United States while honoring the historical significance of the 1971 independence movement. Copies of the resolution will be sent to the Governor, the Consul General of Bangladesh, and Bangladeshi organizations in New York.
Bill status
passed
3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2026
Committee Review
Mar 2026
Senate Passage
Mar 2026
Governor
Introduced Mar 5, 2026
Last action Mar 10, 2026
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
Mar 10, 2026
Upper · Passed
ADOPTED
upper
Mar 5, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO FINANCE
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Nathalia Fernández
DDemocratic
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