New York K1072: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim March 21, 2026, as Forest Day in the State of New York

What the bill says

From the introduced text, March 18, 2026:

Assembly Resolution No. 1072 BY: M. of A. Lemondes MEMORIALIZING Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim March 21, 2026, as Forest 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 promote and appreciate New York State's natural resources which benefit the lives of its citizens; 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 March 21, 2026, as Forest Day in the State of New York, in conjunction with the observance of International Day of Forests; and WHEREAS, In 2012, the United Nations General Assembly proclaimed March 21st as the International Day of Forests (IDF) to celebrate and raise awareness of the importance of all types of forests; each year on this day, countries are encouraged to undertake local, national and international efforts to organize activities involving forests and trees, such as tree planting campaigns; and WHEREAS, Since 1906, Empire State Forest Products Association (ESFPA) has been the forest products industry's source for information and public affairs in New York State; this vital non-profit organization for businesses and individuals is dedicated to improving the business climate for the forest products industry while promoting management of New York's …

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Sponsors

• John Lemondes (R, 126) · primary sponsor
• Joseph Angelino (R, 121)
• Andrea Bailey (R, 133)
• Kenneth Blankenbush (R, 117)
• Marianne Buttenschon (D, 119)
• Joseph DeStefano (R, 3)
• David DiPietro (R, 147)
• Michael Durso (R, 9)
• Michael Fitzpatrick (R, 8)
• Jeff Gallahan (R, 131)
• Jarett Gandolfo (R, 7)
• Jodi Giglio (R, 2)

Latest actions

1. March 19, 2026: ADOPTED
2. March 18, 2026: REFERRED TO CALENDAR

Common questions

What is K1072?

K1072 is a bill in the New York Legislature (2025-2026 General Assembly): Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim March 21, 2026, as Forest Day in the State of New York.

What is the status of K1072?

Passed both chambers as of March 19, 2026. Latest action: ADOPTED (March 19, 2026).

Who sponsored K1072?

John Lemondes (R, 126), with 11 co-sponsors.

Where is the official record for K1072?

On the New York Legislature website: https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/K1072