New York K1606: Commemorating the 60th Anniversary of Riverkeeper and honoring its enduring legacy of environmental advocacy, stewardship, and protection of the Hudson River and New York s drinking water resources

What the bill says

From the introduced text, June 3, 2026:

Assembly Resolution No. 1606 BY: M. of A. Levenberg COMMEMORATING the 60th Anniversary of Riverkeeper and honoring its enduring legacy of environmental advocacy, stewardship, and protection of the Hudson River and New York's drinking water resources WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and honor those distinguished organizations whose commitment to environmental protection and public service has profoundly benefited the people and natural resources of the State of New York; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commemorate the 60th Anniversary of Riverkeeper, marking six decades of steadfast advocacy, environmental leadership, and dedication to restoring and protecting the Hudson River and safeguarding clean drinking water for millions of New Yorkers; and WHEREAS, Riverkeeper traces its origins to 1966, when Hudson River fishermen, recreational anglers, and concerned citizens united in response to the alarming pollution and environmental degradation threatening the Hudson River, America's "First River"; and WHEREAS, At that time, hazardous industrial waste, raw sewage discharges, oil contamination, and unchecked development had transformed vast stretches of the Hudson River into what many regarded as an industrial sewer, imperiling fish populations, wildlife habitats, drinking water supplies, and treasured recreational opportunities; and WHEREAS, Determined to reclaim and restore the river that served as their livelihood, …

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Sponsors

• Dana Levenberg (D, 95) · primary sponsor
• Brown, Keith (R, 12)
• Judy Griffin (D, 21)
• Donna Lupardo (D, 123)
• John McDonald (D, 108)
• Amy Paulin (D, 88)
• Linda Rosenthal (D, 67)
• Nily Rozic (D, 25)

Latest actions

1. June 3, 2026: ADOPTED
2. June 3, 2026: INTRODUCED

Common questions

What is K1606?

K1606 is a bill in the New York Legislature (2025-2026 General Assembly): Commemorating the 60th Anniversary of Riverkeeper and honoring its enduring legacy of environmental advocacy, stewardship, and protection of the Hudson River and New York s drinking water resources.

What is the status of K1606?

Passed both chambers as of June 3, 2026. Latest action: ADOPTED (June 3, 2026).

Who sponsored K1606?

Dana Levenberg (D, 95), with 7 co-sponsors.

Where is the official record for K1606?

On the New York Legislature website: https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/K1606