Recognizing May 3-9, 2026, as Small Business Week in honor of New York's small business owners and entrepreneurs
This Senate resolution designates the week of May 3-9, 2026, as Small Business Week in New York State to honor local entrepreneurs and business owners. The measure specifically acknowledges the contributions of small businesses, which make up the vast majority of companies in the state and employ millions of residents. It also highlights a planned event on May 6, 2026, where members of the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Voices community will visit the State Capitol to meet with lawmakers. By formally recognizing this week and the visiting group, the bill aims to celebrate the economic role of small businesses and encourage ongoing dialogue between policymakers and business leaders.
Bill status
passed
3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2026
Committee Review
Apr 2026
Senate Passage
May 2026
Governor
Introduced Apr 24, 2026
Last action May 12, 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
May 12, 2026
Upper · Passed
ADOPTED
upper
Apr 24, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO FINANCE
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Kevin Parker
DDemocratic/Working Families
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