Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim February 17, 2026, as Random Acts of Kindness Day in the State of New York
This bill is a symbolic resolution requesting Governor Hochul to officially recognize February 17, 2026, as "Random Acts of Kindness Day" in New York State. It does not create new laws or affect specific groups, but asks the Governor to issue a proclamation aligning with the existing national observance. The resolution highlights the purpose of promoting kindness through simple, everyday actions like helping others or leaving positive messages. It is purely ceremonial, aiming to encourage statewide awareness of kindness as a shared value.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
Feb 2026
Assembly Passage
Feb 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Feb 10, 2026
Last action Feb 11, 2026
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the Assembly. No roll call record of that vote is available.
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
2
Key actions
1
Committee
1
Feb 11, 2026
Lower · Passed
ADOPTED
lower
Feb 10, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO CALENDAR
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Keith Brown
RRepublican/Conservative/Independence
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