NY S00616

Designates May as "Korean American Family Month" in New York State as an annual month of commemoration

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

Specifies that months of commemoration can be designated by statute, governor proclamation, or joint resolution of the senate and assembly

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

Takes effect on January 1 following enactment into law