Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim April 2026, as Fair Housing Month in the State of New York
This bill directs Governor Kathy Hochul to officially recognize April 2026 as Fair Housing Month in New York State. The resolution aims to raise awareness about housing discrimination and the importance of equal access to housing opportunities for all residents. It does not create new laws or change existing policies but serves as a symbolic observance to highlight the significance of fair housing principles. The measure is a ceremonial proclamation rather than a substantive legislative action.
Bill status
passed
3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2026
Committee Review
Mar 2026
Senate Passage
Mar 2026
Governor
Introduced Mar 27, 2026
Last action Mar 31, 2026
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
3
Key actions
1
Committee
1
Mar 31, 2026
Upper · Passed
ADOPTED
upper
Mar 27, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO FINANCE
upper
1 primary · 1 co-sponsor
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Rachel May
DDemocratic/Working Families
Co
George Borrello
RRepublican/Conservative
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