K 693: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim August 24, 2025, as Ukrainian-American Heritage Day in the State of New York
The resolution aims to recognize and promote Ukrainian-American heritage in the state of New York. It was proposed to commemorate August 24, 2025, as Ukrainian-American Heritage Day in conjunction with Ukraine's Independence Day. The resolution acknowledges the significance of Ukraine's independence from the Soviet Union in 1991 and the large Ukrainian population in the state, with approximately 140,000 New Yorkers claiming Ukrainian heritage. The resolution also highlights the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and the need for greater awareness and support for Ukrainian refugees. New York State has been a place of refuge for those seeking safety from the conflict, and the federal government has granted the state $21.4 million to help with the resettlement of Ukrainian refugees. The resolution aims to promote Ukrainian-American heritage and increase awareness of the issue at local, state, and…
- What is the current status of K 693?
- As of September 28, 2025, K 693 is recorded as "Chaptered/Signed": it has been signed by the Governor and chaptered into law. The last recorded action, on June 6, 2025, was "adopted".
- Did K 693 pass?
- Yes. K 693 passed both houses and was signed into law (last action June 6, 2025). New York laws take effect on the date written into the bill, often immediately on signing or a set number of days afterward.
- Who wrote K 693, and where is it now?
- K 693 was authored by Asm. Nader Sayegh.
| Jun. 06, 2025 | adopted |
| Jun. 05, 2025 | referred to calendar |
Assembly Resolution No. 693 BY: M. of A. Sayegh MEMORIALIZING Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim August 24, 2025, as Ukrainian-American Heritage Day in the State of New York WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize official days that are set aside to increase awareness of serious issues that affect the lives of citizens of New York State; and WHEREAS, In full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to memorialize Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim Sunday, August 24, 2025, as Ukrainian-American Heritage Day in the State of New York, in conjunction with the observance of Ukrainian Independence Day; and WHEREAS, Ukraine Independence Day took place on August 24, 1991, marking the Ukraine's declaration of independence from the U.S.S.R; and WHEREAS, According to the 2020 census, the Ukrainian population in the United States is over one million; in addition, New York State is the state with the highest Ukrainian population with approximately 140,000 New Yorkers claiming Ukrainian heritage; and WHEREAS, With the continued attacks from Russia on Ukraine, it is imperative that we acknowledge the importance of Ukrainian Heritage and Independence; New York State has also served as a place of refuge for those seeking safety from this conflict; and WHEREAS, In recognition of how important this issue is, especially to New York, the federal government has granted the state $21.4 million to help with the resettlement of Ukrainian refugees; these factors combined provide the justification for a Ukrainian Heritage/Independence Day; and WHEREAS, It is imperative that there be greater awareness of this serious issue, and more must be done to increase activity at the local, State and National levels; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to memorialize Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim August 24, 2025, as Ukrainian-American Heritage Day in the State of New York; 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; St. Michael's Ukrainian Catholic Church in Yonkers, New York; and the SUMA Federal Credit Union office in Yonkers, New York.