New York K988: Mourning the death of the Reverend Jesse Louis Jackson and honoring his lifetime of service, leadership, and advocacy for civil rights and social justice

What the bill says

From the introduced text, February 26, 2026:

Assembly Resolution No. 988 BY: M. of A. Heastie MOURNING the death of the Reverend Jesse Louis Jackson and honoring his lifetime of service, leadership, and advocacy for civil rights and social justice WHEREAS, From time to time, the Legislature of the State of New York pauses in its deliberations to recognize individuals whose lives have profoundly shaped society and whose leadership, courage, and moral conviction have left an enduring imprint on history, inspiring generations to confront inequality, expand opportunity, and work toward a more just and fair society; among the distinguished figures whose lives embody these ideals, few have demonstrated such enduring courage, moral clarity, and transformative impact as the Reverend Jesse Louis Jackson; and WHEREAS, The Reverend Jesse Louis Jackson, born Jesse Louis Burns on October 8, 1941, in Greenville, South Carolina, rose from humble beginnings to become one of the most influential civil rights leaders in history, dedicating his life to the pursuit of justice, equality, and human rights for Black Americans and all people; and WHEREAS, Reverend Jackson was raised in a segregated South, and was surrounded by a community that instilled in him a deep sense of faith, resilience, and responsibility; he went on to earn a Bachelor of Arts in sociology from the Agricultural and Technical College of North Carolina, now known as North …

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Sponsors

• Carl Heastie (D, 83) · primary sponsor
• Crystal Peoples-Stokes (D, 141)
• James Pretlow (D, 89)
• George Alvarez (D, 78)
• Khaleel Anderson (D, 31)
• Didi Barrett (D, 106)
• Michael Benedetto (D, 82)
• Sam Berger (D, 27)
• Hermelyn, Rodneyse Bichotte (I, 42)
• Alex Bores (D, 73)
• Edward Braunstein (D, 26)
• Harry Bronson (D, 138)

Latest actions

1. February 26, 2026: ADOPTED
2. February 26, 2026: INTRODUCED

Common questions

What is K988?

K988 is a bill in the New York Legislature (2025-2026 General Assembly): Mourning the death of the Reverend Jesse Louis Jackson and honoring his lifetime of service, leadership, and advocacy for civil rights and social justice.

What is the status of K988?

Passed both chambers as of February 26, 2026. Latest action: ADOPTED (February 26, 2026).

Who sponsored K988?

Carl Heastie (D, 83), with 11 co-sponsors.

Where is the official record for K988?

On the New York Legislature website: https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/K988