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Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim April 28, 2026, as Animal Advocacy Day in the State of New York

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim April 28, 2026, as Animal Advocacy Day in the State of New York

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Sponsor
Monica Martinez
Last action
2026-04-23
Official status
In Senate Committee
Effective date
Not listed

Plain English Breakdown

The resolution does not specify any legal requirements or penalties, only a formal request for proclamation.

Memorializing Animal Advocacy Day

This resolution asks Governor Kathy Hochul to declare April 28, 2026, as Animal Advocacy Day in New York.

What This Bill Does

  • Asks the governor to proclaim a special day for animals.
  • Highlights how animals are important and loved by many people.
  • Encourages care and protection for all animals.

Who It Names or Affects

  • Governor Kathy Hochul
  • New York residents who love animals

Terms To Know

Memorializing
Asking someone in a formal way to do something important.
Companion Animals
Animals that live with people and provide company, like dogs or cats.

Limits and Unknowns

  • This resolution is just a suggestion and does not have the power of law.
  • It's unclear if Governor Hochul will agree to proclaim this day.

Bill History

  1. 2026-04-23 Senate

    REFERRED TO FINANCE

Official Summary Text

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim April 28, 2026, as Animal Advocacy Day in the State of New York

Current Bill Text

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Senate Resolution No. 1961

BY: Senator MARTINEZ

        MEMORIALIZING  Governor  Kathy  Hochul to proclaim
        April 28, 2026, as Animal Advocacy Day in the  State
        of New York

  WHEREAS,  It  is  the sense of this Legislative Body that all living
creatures have value  and  to  recognize  and  appreciate  the  service,
companionship,  loyalty,  unconditional love and happiness animals bring
to the lives of New Yorkers; and

  WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and  in  full  accord  with  its
long-standing  traditions,  this  Legislative  Body  is  justly proud to
memorialize Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim April 28, 2026, as  Animal
Advocacy Day in the State of New York; and

  WHEREAS,  Animals  are a beloved and cherished member of many of our
families and play a positive role in the lives of so many of New  York's
citizens; and

  WHEREAS,  Pets  offer  companionship  in more than 71 million United
States households, and studies have shown companion animals can  provide
a variety of health benefits; and

  WHEREAS, Companion animals provide comfort and assistance to seniors
and people with disabilities; and

  WHEREAS,  Companion  animals  play an important role helping police,
fire departments, and search and rescue efforts  to  keep  our  citizens
safe; and

  WHEREAS,  Animal  abuse,  cruelty  and neglect result in unnecessary
pain and suffering to animals; and

  WHEREAS, Violence against animals is a bridge crime that can and has
led to violence against people; and

  WHEREAS, It is vital that we encourage empathy  and  compassion  for
our  companion animals, and that we provide a voice for those who cannot
speak for themselves; and

  WHEREAS, On April 28, 2026, New York pet owners  and  citizens  come
together  to  support,  protect,  and  acknowledge all animals' positive
contribution to society and the family of New York; now,  therefore,  be
it

  RESOLVED,  That  this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
memorialize Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim April 28, 2026, as  Animal
Advocacy Day in the State of New York; and be it further

  RESOLVED,  That  a  copy  of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to The Honorable Kathy Hochul, Governor of the State of  New
York.