Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim June 2025, as Gun Violence Awareness Month in the State of New York

This Senate Resolution (J 1112) requests Governor Hochul to officially declare June 2025 as "Gun Violence Awareness Month" in New York State. It does not create new laws or policies but asks the Governor to issue a proclamation raising public awareness about gun violence. The resolution cites CDC data showing 48,830 gun-related deaths in the U.S. in 2021 and rising firearm homicides. It aims to promote prevention, education, and community coordination around this issue. The resolution was adopted by the Senate on June 5, 2025.