Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim March 21, 2026, as Down Syndrome Awareness Day in the State of New York
This bill asks the Governor of New York to officially recognize March 21, 2026, as Down Syndrome Awareness Day in the state. The resolution directs the Governor to issue a proclamation for this specific date, which aligns with World Down Syndrome Day observed globally. It does not create new laws or change existing policies, but rather establishes an official state observance to raise awareness about Down syndrome. The bill affects the Governor's office by requesting a formal proclamation and serves to acknowledge individuals with Down syndrome and their contributions to the community.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2026
Committee Review
Mar 2026
Assembly Passage
Mar 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Mar 13, 2026
Last action Mar 16, 2026
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the Assembly by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
2
Key actions
1
Committee
1
Mar 16, 2026
Lower · Passed
ADOPTED
lower
Mar 13, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO CALENDAR
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Mary Beth Walsh
RRepublican
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