NY S00557

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

Creates a new section 168-b in the executive law establishing a framework for months of commemoration

Defines months of commemoration as those designated by statute, gubernatorial proclamation, or joint resolution of the Senate and Assembly

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

Takes effect immediately upon passage