NY A04117

Designates May as "Maternal Mental Health Awareness Month" in New York State

Adds a new section 168-b to the executive law establishing a framework for months of commemoration

Months of commemoration can be designated by statute, gubernatorial proclamation, or joint resolution of the senate and assembly

Specifies that commemorative months do not constitute holidays or half-holidays, but serve to recognize and honor persons, groups, ideals, or goals

Takes effect immediately upon passage