New York legislation · 2025-2026 General Assembly
New York J2311: Recognizing May 2026, as Foster Care Month in the State of New York, and honoring the foster parents, families, case workers, and advocates who serve the children of this State with devotion and care
Status: Passed both chambers, June 4, 2026
What the bill says
From the introduced text, May 29, 2026:
Senate Resolution No. 2311 BY: Senator PARKER RECOGNIZING May 2026, as Foster Care Month in the State of New York, and honoring the foster parents, families, case workers, and advocates who serve the children of this State with devotion and care WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and celebrate those observances that call our attention to the needs of the most vulnerable members of our communities, and to honor those who answer the call to provide care, stability, and love for children who cannot remain in their birth homes; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to recognize May 2026, as Foster Care Month in the State of New York, joining communities across the Nation in honoring the foster parents, families, caseworkers, and advocates whose daily commitment to the welfare of children in care reflects the very best of civic responsibility and human compassion; and WHEREAS, National Foster Care Month was established in 1988 when President Ronald Reagan issued a proclamation designating May as a time to recognize and honor foster parents and families, following the initiative of the National Foster Parent Association, which recognized the need for a national campaign to bring attention to the issues facing foster children and families and to promote greater support for the child welfare system; since that …
Sponsors
- Kevin Parker (D, 21) · primary sponsor
- Joseph Griffo (R, 53)
Latest actions
- : ADOPTED
- : REPORTED TO CALENDAR FOR CONSIDERATION
- : ADOPTED
- : REPORTED TO CALENDAR FOR CONSIDERATION
- : REFERRED TO FINANCE
Subjects: Resolutions, Legislative
Common questions
- What is J2311?
- J2311 is a bill in the New York Legislature (2025-2026 General Assembly): Recognizing May 2026, as Foster Care Month in the State of New York, and honoring the foster parents, families, case workers, and advocates who serve the children of this State with devotion and care.
- What is the status of J2311?
- Passed both chambers as of June 4, 2026. Latest action: ADOPTED (June 4, 2026).
- Who sponsored J2311?
- Kevin Parker (D, 21), with 1 co-sponsor.
- Where is the official record for J2311?
- On the New York Legislature website: https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/J2311
Source: official New York record. Tracked by Delilah, AI for legislation across all 50 states and Congress.