Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim February 24, 2026, as Student Empowerment Day in the State of New York
This legislative resolution requests that Governor Kathy Hochul issue a proclamation designating February 24, 2026, as Student Empowerment Day in New York. The measure focuses on raising awareness regarding accommodations and support services for students with disabilities in public and private higher education institutions. It does not alter existing laws or funding but serves as a symbolic gesture to highlight the needs of this student population.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2026
Committee Review
Apr 2026
Assembly Passage
Apr 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Apr 28, 2026
Last action Apr 29, 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 29, 2026
Lower · Passed
ADOPTED
lower
Apr 28, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO CALENDAR
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Chris Burdick
DDemocratic/Independence/Working Families
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