Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 2026, as Wildfire Safety Awareness Month in the State of New York

This Senate resolution (J 1377) requests Governor Hochul to officially designate May 2026 as Wildfire Safety Awareness Month in New York State. It does not create new laws or policies but formally asks the governor to issue a proclamation aligning with National Wildfire Awareness Month. The resolution highlights wildfire prevention steps (like using fire-resistant materials and safe fire practices) and notes that human actions cause 68% of U.S. wildfires annually. As a procedural resolution, it has no direct effect on residents or funding but aims to raise public awareness about wildfire preparedness.