Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim April 2026, as Second Chance Month in the State of New York
This bill directs Governor Kathy Hochul to officially declare April 2026 as Second Chance Month in New York State. The resolution aims to raise public awareness about the challenges formerly incarcerated individuals face when trying to reintegrate into society, such as finding employment and accessing education. It calls on communities, employers, and organizations to support removing unnecessary barriers for people with criminal records who have completed their sentences. The measure is a symbolic proclamation rather than a law that creates new legal requirements or funding.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2026
Committee Review
Apr 2026
Assembly Passage
Apr 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Apr 24, 2026
Last action Apr 27, 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
Apr 27, 2026
Lower · Passed
ADOPTED
lower
Apr 24, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO CALENDAR
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Khaleel Anderson
DDemocratic/Working Families
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