Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim August 15, 2026, as Indian Independence Day in the State of New York
This bill asks the Governor of New York to officially recognize August 15, 2026, as Indian Independence Day within the state. It is a ceremonial resolution intended to honor the history of India's independence and celebrate the contributions of the Indian American community in New York. The measure does not create new laws or change any government policies; instead, it directs the transmission of the resolution to the Governor and relevant organizations for symbolic acknowledgment.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2026
Committee Review
Apr 2026
Assembly Passage
Apr 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Apr 20, 2026
Last action Apr 21, 2026
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the Assembly by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
2
Key actions
1
Committee
1
Apr 21, 2026
Lower · Passed
ADOPTED
lower
Apr 20, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO CALENDAR
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Jenifer Rajkumar
DDemocratic
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