Commemorating the 59th Anniversary of the Independence of Guyana
This is a symbolic Senate resolution (not a law) commemorating Guyana's May 26, 1966, independence. It directs the New York State Legislature to pause its proceedings to honor the 59th anniversary, recognizing Guyana's cultural ties to New York's 140,000 Guyanese immigrants. The resolution has no legal effect; it simply expresses legislative recognition and includes sending a copy to Guyana's New York Consul General. It directly affects New York's Guyanese community by formally acknowledging their cultural contributions.
Bill status
passed
3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
Committee Review
Jan 2025
Senate Passage
Jan 2025
Governor
Introduced Jan 9, 2025
Last action Jan 14, 2025
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
Jan 14, 2025
Senate · Passed
ADOPTED
Jan 9, 2025
Senate · Referred to committee
REFERRED TO FINANCE
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Roxanne Persaud
DDemocratic
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