Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim June 20, 2026, as World Refugee Day in the State of New York
This bill asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially declare June 20, 2026, as World Refugee Day in New York State. The measure is a symbolic resolution intended to raise awareness about refugees and honor the contributions of immigrants and displaced people to the state's economy and culture. It does not create new laws, allocate funds, or change existing policies, but rather directs the Governor to issue a proclamation recognizing the date.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
May 2026
Committee Review
May 2026
Assembly Passage
Jun 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced May 29, 2026
Last action Jun 1, 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
Jun 1, 2026
Lower · Passed
ADOPTED
lower
May 29, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO CALENDAR
lower
0 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
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