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NY J01516

Resolution

Status

Passed

2/4/2026

Primary Sponsor

Jessica Scarcella-Spanton

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Commemorates February 17, 2026 as the 18th anniversary of Kosovo's declaration of independence from Serbia (originally declared February 17, 2008)
  • Recognizes Kosovo's independence followed a war from March 5, 1998 to June 11, 1999, which ended after NATO airstrikes led to Yugoslav forces withdrawing
  • Acknowledges Kosovo as the second-youngest country in Southeastern Europe with a majority ethnic Albanian population
  • Highlights contributions of Kosovar community in New York to the state's cultural diversity, economic vitality, and bilateral ties with the United States
  • Celebrates the enduring partnership between the United States and Kosovo based on shared democratic values and friendship

Legislative Description

Commemorating the 18th Anniversary of Kosovo's Independence

Last Action

ADOPTED

2/4/2026

Committee Referrals

Finance1/29/2026

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