Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 2026, as Youth on Transportation Safety Month in the State of New York

This Senate Resolution (J 1438) requests Governor Hochul to officially designate May 2026 as "Youth on Transportation Safety Month" in New York State. It aims to raise awareness about human trafficking risks faced by youth using transportation - such as school buses, public transit, and rideshares - based on statistics showing 60% of trafficking survivors used buses during recruitment. The resolution supports the Truckers Against Trafficking (TAT) initiative, which provides education to youth, parents, and transportation workers about identifying trafficking red flags. It directly affects youth transportation users, particularly vulnerable groups like low-income students and immigrants, and transportation professionals who interact with them. The resolution has no binding effect; it is a symbolic request to the Governor to promote existing awareness efforts.