New York K1509: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 2026, as Military Appreciation Month in the State of New York

What the bill says

From the introduced text, May 28, 2026:

Assembly Resolution No. 1509 BY: M. of A. Rules (Stern) MEMORIALIZING Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 2026, as Military Appreciation Month in the State of New York WHEREAS, Many citizens of the great State of New York honored this country by serving valiantly in the United States Armed Forces and their reserve components; and WHEREAS, Residents of this State can never forget the courageousness with which these servicemen and women fought and provided essential services on battlefields, in jungles, in the air, and at sea; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud of its commitment to those in the military who served in the time of active conflict and in times of peace; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to memorialize Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 2026, as Military Appreciation Month in the State of New York, in conjunction with the observance of National Military Appreciation Month; and WHEREAS, National Military Appreciation Month, designated by Congress, provides a period of encompassing both the history and recognition of our armed forces with an in-depth look at the diversity of its individuals and achievements; and WHEREAS, National Military Appreciation Month allows New Yorkers to educate each generation of the historical impact of our military through the participation of the community with those who serve, encouraging …

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Sponsors

• Steve Stern (D, 10) · primary sponsor
• Joseph Angelino (R, 121)
• Didi Barrett (D, 106)
• Anil Beephan (R, 105)
• Kenneth Blankenbush (R, 117)
• Karl Brabenec (R, 98)
• Brown, Eric (R, 20)
• Brown, Keith (R, 12)
• Marianne Buttenschon (D, 119)
• Lester Chang (R, 49)
• Landon Dais (D, 77)
• Michael Durso (R, 9)

Latest actions

1. May 29, 2026: ADOPTED
2. May 28, 2026: REFERRED TO CALENDAR

Common questions

What is K1509?

K1509 is a bill in the New York Legislature (2025-2026 General Assembly): Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 2026, as Military Appreciation Month in the State of New York.

What is the status of K1509?

Passed both chambers as of May 29, 2026. Latest action: ADOPTED (May 29, 2026).

Who sponsored K1509?

Steve Stern (D, 10), with 11 co-sponsors.

Where is the official record for K1509?

On the New York Legislature website: https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/K1509