Recognizing Tuesday, March 10, 2026, as Harriet Tubman Day
This bill designates Tuesday, March 10, 2026, as Harriet Tubman Day in New York State to honor the historical legacy of the abolitionist. The resolution requires the legislative body to pause its proceedings on that date to recognize Tubman's contributions to the Underground Railroad and her service during the Civil War. The measure serves as a commemorative acknowledgment of Tubman's life achievements and does not create new laws or funding. It is a symbolic gesture intended to celebrate her role in the fight for freedom and her enduring impact on American history.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2026
Committee Review
Assembly Passage
Mar 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Mar 10, 2026
Last action Mar 10, 2026
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the Assembly by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
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2
Key actions
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Mar 10, 2026
Lower · Passed
ADOPTED
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Mar 10, 2026
Introduced
INTRODUCED
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
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Demond Meeks
DDemocratic/Working Families
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