Senate ResolutionIntroduced
J 813: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 2025, as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in the State of New York
What J 813 does, verified September 28, 2025
The bill aims to recognize and celebrate the contributions of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities in the state. AAPI individuals have made significant contributions to various fields, including science, technology, arts, and humanities. The month of May is nationally recognized as AAPI Heritage Month, providing an opportunity for Americans to learn about and honor the community's rich history and culture. By proclaiming May 2025 as AAPI Heritage Month, the state can promote greater understanding and appreciation of AAPI cultures and experiences. The bill encourages all New Yorkers to learn about and celebrate the AAPI community during this special month.
Bill journey
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3First Chamber FloorPending
4Second ChamberPending
5GovernorPending
6ChapteredPending
Last action: REFERRED TO FINANCE (2025-04-15)Alert me
Quick answers about J 813
- What is the current status of J 813?
- As of September 28, 2025, J 813 is recorded as "Introduced": it has been introduced and is waiting for its first committee hearing or floor vote. The last recorded action, on April 15, 2025, was "REFERRED TO FINANCE".
- Did J 813 pass?
- Not yet. J 813 has been introduced and has not passed either house.
- Who wrote J 813, and where is it now?
- J 813 was authored by Sen. Stephen Chan with 1 coauthor. Its committee of record is Senate Finance.
Author and sponsors
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| Apr. 15, 2025 | REFERRED TO FINANCE |
Latest bill textIntroduced version, April 15, 2025 · 333 words
Senate Resolution No. 813 BY: Senator CHAN MEMORIALIZING Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 2025, as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in the State of New York WHEREAS, Asian American and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) have contributed greatly to the wealth and cultural heritage of our great State of New York; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to memorialize Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 2025, as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in the State of New York; and WHEREAS, The Asian American and Pacific Islander community has made significant contributions to the state of New York, and the United States as a whole, in fields ranging from science and technology to the arts and humanities; and WHEREAS, The AAPI community has a rich and diverse history, with a wide range of cultural traditions and contributions that have helped shape the fabric of American society; and WHEREAS, The month of May is nationally recognized as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, providing an opportunity for Americans to learn about and celebrate the important contributions of the AAPI community; and WHEREAS, We encourage all New Yorkers to learn about and celebrate the rich history and culture of the AAPI community during this special month, and to honor and recognize the many contributions that the AAPI community has made to our State and Nation; and WHEREAS, By commemorating the month of May as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in the State of New York, we can honor and recognize the many contributions of the AAPI community to our state, and promote greater understanding and appreciation of their diverse cultures and experiences; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to memorialize Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 2025, as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month; and be it further RESOLVED, That copies of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to The Honorable Kathy Hochul, Governor of the State of New York.
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