Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim October 9, 2026, as Sneakers Day in the State of New York
This bill asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially declare October 9, 2026, as Sneakers Day in New York State. The resolution highlights the history and cultural significance of sneakers, noting their origins in the United States and their role in sports, wellness, and popular culture. It does not create new laws or change any regulations, but rather serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of the footwear's impact. The text of the bill is a formal request to the governor to issue a proclamation recognizing the date.
Bill status
passed
3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
May 2026
Committee Review
May 2026
Senate Passage
May 2026
Governor
Introduced May 6, 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
May 6, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO FINANCE
upper
1 primary · 62 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Zellnor Myrie
DDemocratic
Co
Alexis Weik
RRepublican/Conservative
Co
Andrea Stewart-Cousins
DDemocratic/Working Families
Co
Andrew Gounardes
DDemocratic
Co
Andrew Lanza
RRepublican/Conservative/Independence/Reform
Co
April Baskin
DDemocratic
Co
Bill Weber
RRepublican/Conservative
Co
Brian Kavanagh
DDemocratic
Co
Chris Ryan
DDemocratic
Co
Cordell Cleare
DDemocratic
Co
Dan Stec
RRepublican/Conservative/Independence
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