Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim February 2025, as Black History Month in the State of New York
This is a ceremonial resolution (not a binding law) requesting Governor Hochul to officially designate February 2025 as Black History Month in New York State. It does not create new policies or affect specific groups; instead, it asks the Governor to issue a formal proclamation recognizing the month. The resolution cites historical African American contributions as context for the observance, emphasizing its role in celebrating Black history as integral to American history. The resolution was adopted by the Assembly on February 10, 2025.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Feb 2025
Assembly Passage
Feb 2025
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Feb 7, 2025
Last action Feb 10, 2025
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
Feb 10, 2025
Lower · Passed
ADOPTED
lower
Feb 7, 2025
Committee
REFERRED TO CALENDAR
lower
1 primary · 5 co-sponsors
Sponsors
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