Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim September 13, 2026, as Grandparents Day in the State of New York
This Senate Resolution (J 1543) is a ceremonial request asking Governor Kathy Hochul to officially designate September 13, 2026, as Grandparents Day in New York State. It aligns with the nationally observed National Grandparents Day (the first Sunday in September after Labor Day) and does not create new laws or policies. The resolution memorializes the Governor to recognize grandparents' role in families, referencing the history of National Grandparents Day established in 1978. As a non-binding resolution, it has no direct effect on residents or programs.
Bill status
passed
3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
Feb 2026
Senate Passage
Feb 2026
Governor
Introduced Feb 5, 2026
Last action Feb 10, 2026
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This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
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Total actions
3
Key actions
1
Committee
1
Feb 10, 2026
Upper · Passed
ADOPTED
upper
Feb 5, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO FINANCE
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Roxanne Persaud
DDemocratic
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