K 1247 New York Assembly · 2025 Regular Session

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 3, 2026, as Press Freedom Day in the State of New York

This bill asks the Governor of New York to officially recognize May 3, 2026, as Press Freedom Day in the state. The resolution highlights the importance of press freedom and acknowledges the risks journalists face while reporting news. It does not create new laws or change existing policies but serves as a formal statement of support for media workers. The bill is symbolic and does not affect any specific groups beyond recognizing the value of journalism.
Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
May 2026
Committee Review
May 2026
Assembly Passage
May 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced May 1, 2026 Last action May 4, 2026
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This bill passed the Assembly. No roll call record of that vote is available.
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2
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Committee
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May 4, 2026
Lower · Passed
ADOPTED
lower
May 1, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO CALENDAR
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

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Charles Lavine
DDemocratic
NY
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