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NY J00821
NY J00821Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 4, 2025, as Star Wars Day in the State of New York
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Introduced
04/16/2025
04/16/2025
In Committee
04/29/2025
04/29/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
04/29/2025
04/29/2025
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
04/29/2025
04/29/2025
Introduced Session
2025-2026 General Assembly
Bill Summary
Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 4, 2025, as Star Wars Day in the State of New York
AI Summary
This resolution calls on Governor Kathy Hochul to officially proclaim May 4, 2025, as Star Wars Day in New York State, recognizing the cultural significance of the Star Wars franchise. The document provides extensive background on how May 4th became known as "Star Wars Day" through a play on words with the iconic phrase "May the Force Be With You" (which becomes "May the Fourth Be With You"). The resolution traces the origins of this wordplay back to 1978 and 1979, highlighting early instances of the phrase's use, including a congratulatory newspaper ad for Margaret Thatcher and anecdotes from Lucasfilm employees. It emphasizes how the day has grown into a global fan celebration, noting significant moments like Star Wars being viewed on the International Space Station and the franchise's popularity at events like New York Comic Con. The resolution ultimately seeks to honor Star Wars' widespread cultural impact and its connection to New York, inviting the governor to officially recognize the day and celebrate the franchise's global influence.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (62)
Michael Gianaris (D)*,
Joe Addabbo (D),
Jake Ashby (R),
Jamaal Bailey (D),
April Baskin (D),
George Borrello (R),
Jabari Brisport (D),
Samra Brouk (D),
Siela Bynoe (D),
Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick (R),
Stephen Chan (R),
Cordell Cleare (D),
Leroy Comrie (D),
Jeremy Cooney (D),
Patricia Fahy (D),
Nathalia Ferna´ndez (D),
Patrick Gallivan (R),
Kristen Gonzalez (D),
Andrew Gounardes (D),
Joe Griffo (R),
Pete Harckham (D),
Pam Helming (R),
Michelle Hinchey (D),
Brad Hoylman (D),
Robert Jackson (D),
Brian Kavanagh (D),
Liz Krueger (D),
Andrew Lanza (R),
John Liu (D),
Monica Martinez (D),
Jack Martins (R),
Mario Mattera (R),
Rachel May (D),
Shelley Mayer (D),
Dean Murray (R),
Zellnor Myrie (D),
Tom O'Mara (R),
Peter Oberacker (R),
Rob Ortt (R),
Tony Palumbo (R),
Kevin Parker (D),
Roxanne Persaud (D),
Jessica Ramos (D),
Steve Rhoads (R),
Gustavo Rivera (D),
Rob Rolison (R),
Christopher Ryan (D),
Sean Ryan (D),
Julia Salazar (D),
James Sanders (D),
Jessica Scarcella-Spanton (D),
Luis Sepúlveda (D),
Jose Serrano (D),
James Skoufis (D),
Toby Stavisky (D),
Dan Stec (R),
Andrea Stewart-Cousins (D),
Jim Tedisco (R),
Mark Walczyk (R),
Lea Webb (D),
Bill Weber (R),
Alexis Weik (R),
Last Action
ADOPTED (on 04/29/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/J821 |
| BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=J00821&term=2025&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#J00821 |
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