Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim June 19, 2025, as Juneteenth Day in the State of New York

This Senate Resolution (J 200) requests Governor Hochul to officially proclaim June 19, 2025, as Juneteenth Day in New York State. It is a ceremonial resolution, not a law creating new policy or affecting specific groups. The resolution commemorates the historical significance of June 19, 1865, when freedom was declared to enslaved people in Texas, aligning with Juneteenth's recognition as a federal holiday since 2021. New York cities like Albany and Buffalo already host Juneteenth celebrations, and this resolution seeks the state's formal observance.