Recognizing the 80th Anniversary of the End of World War II

This resolution recognizes the 80th anniversaries of V-E Day (May 8, 2025) and V-J Day (August 15, 2025), commemorating the end of World War II in Europe and the Pacific. It honors the sacrifices of U.S. veterans, including 407,316 American military deaths and 900,000 New Yorkers who served. The resolution directs copies to New York veteran organizations (American Legion, VFW, Disabled American Veterans, Jewish War Veterans) and the National WWII Museum in New Orleans. It is a symbolic gesture with no policy changes or direct legal effect.