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NY J01607
Resolution
Status
Passed
2/25/2026
Primary Sponsor
Gustavo Rivera
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AI Summary
- Requests Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim March 2026 as American Red Cross Month in New York State
- Recognizes the American Red Cross's 145-year history since its founding by Clara Barton in 1881 and congressional charter in 1905
- Acknowledges the organization's nine regional chapters across Greater New York, Eastern New York, and Western New York, plus presence at Fort Drum, Fort Hamilton, and West Point
- Highlights Red Cross services including disaster relief, military family support, approximately half of the nation's blood supply, and training in CPR, First Aid, and lifeguarding
- Continues a national tradition of recognizing March as American Red Cross Month, established since 1943
Legislative Description
Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim March 2026, as American Red Cross Month in the State of New York
Last Action
ADOPTED
2/25/2026
Committee Referrals
Finance2/17/2026
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