New York K1444: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim June 2026, as Reunification Month in the State of New York

What the bill says

From the introduced text, May 22, 2026:

Assembly Resolution No. 1444 BY: M. of A. Rules (Walsh) MEMORIALIZING Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim June 2026, as Reunification Month in the State of New York WHEREAS, All children need the care, love, security and stability of family unity, including parents, siblings, grandparents and other extended family members to provide a solid foundation for personal growth, development and maturity; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to memorialize Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim June 2026, as Reunification Month in the State of New York, in conjunction with the observance of National Reunification Month; and WHEREAS, Reunification with family is the preferred outcome for children removed from their homes and placed in foster care; for most children in foster care, reunification with their family is their best option for a permanent and loving home; and WHEREAS, People looking to encourage family reunification may utilize strategies that build on family strengths, maintaining family and cultural connections; connecting families to evidenced-based services in the community; facilitating regular and frequent visits among family members with the caseworker present; and promoting parent education; and WHEREAS, The most effective foster caregivers, encourage reunification by extending their role beyond supporting the children in their care to supporting the children's whole family, working to maintain positive partnerships between birth parents, caregivers, caseworkers, and older …

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Sponsors

• Mary Walsh (R, 112) · primary sponsor
• Joseph Angelino (R, 121)
• Didi Barrett (D, 106)
• Kenneth Blankenbush (R, 117)
• Jacob Blumencranz (R, 15)
• Karl Brabenec (R, 98)
• Brown, Keith (R, 12)
• Marianne Buttenschon (D, 119)
• Scott Gray (R, 116)
• Judy Griffin (D, 21)
• Dana Levenberg (D, 95)
• Donna Lupardo (D, 123)

Latest actions

1. May 26, 2026: ADOPTED
2. May 22, 2026: REFERRED TO CALENDAR

Common questions

What is K1444?

K1444 is a bill in the New York Legislature (2025-2026 General Assembly): Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim June 2026, as Reunification Month in the State of New York.

What is the status of K1444?

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

Who sponsored K1444?

Mary Walsh (R, 112), with 11 co-sponsors.

Where is the official record for K1444?

On the New York Legislature website: https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/K1444