Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim February 2026, as Dominican Heritage Month in the State of New York
This resolution memorializes Governor Hochul to proclaim February 2026 as Dominican Heritage Month in New York State, coinciding with the 182nd anniversary of Dominican Independence. It recognizes Dominicans as New York's largest immigrant group (over 1 million residents in the state) and highlights their cultural, economic, and social contributions to the state. The resolution does not create new laws but encourages state-wide celebration of Dominican heritage through public events and recognition.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
Feb 2026
Assembly Passage
Feb 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Feb 20, 2026
Last action Feb 25, 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
Feb 25, 2026
Lower · Passed
ADOPTED
lower
Feb 20, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO CALENDAR
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
George Alvarez
DDemocratic
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