New York legislation · 2025-2026 General Assembly
New York K1582: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim November 8, 2026, as First-Generation College Graduate Day in the State of New York
Status: Passed both chambers, June 3, 2026
What the bill says
From the introduced text, June 2, 2026:
Assembly Resolution No. 1582 BY: M. of A. Rules (Cashman) MEMORIALIZING Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim November 8, 2026, as First-Generation College Graduate Day in the State of New York WHEREAS, A "first-generation college student" means an individual whose parents did not complete a baccalaureate degree, or in the case of any individual who regularly resided with and received support from only one parent, an individual whose parent did not complete a baccalaureate degree; and WHEREAS, November 8th honors the anniversary of the signing of the Higher Education Act of 1965 by President Lyndon B. Johnson on November 8, 1965; and WHEREAS, First-generation college graduates represent a vital component of New York State's workforce and civic life, contributing to economic growth, innovation, public service, education, healthcare, and community leadership; and WHEREAS, New York State is home to a diverse population of first-generation college graduates educated through the State University of New York, the City University of New York, independent colleges and universities, and other accredited institutions of higher education; and WHEREAS, The success of first-generation college graduates strengthens families and communities, expands intergenerational opportunity, and serves as a powerful example to future students that higher education is attainable, regardless of background; and WHEREAS, First-generation college graduates often play a critical role in advancing educational equity by returning to their communities …
Sponsors
- Cashman, Michael (D, 115) · primary sponsor
- Marianne Buttenschon (D, 119)
- Angelo Santabarbara (D, 111)
Latest actions
- : ADOPTED
- : REFERRED TO CALENDAR
Subjects: Resolutions, Legislative
Common questions
- What is K1582?
- K1582 is a bill in the New York Legislature (2025-2026 General Assembly): Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim November 8, 2026, as First-Generation College Graduate Day in the State of New York.
- What is the status of K1582?
- Passed both chambers as of June 3, 2026. Latest action: ADOPTED (June 3, 2026).
- Who sponsored K1582?
- Cashman, Michael (D, 115), with 2 co-sponsors.
- Where is the official record for K1582?
- On the New York Legislature website: https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/K1582
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