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NY K00512

NY K00512
Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 15, 2025, as Police Dog Day in the State of New York

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Introduced
05/14/2025
In Committee
05/14/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
05/15/2025
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
05/15/2025

Introduced Session

2025-2026 General Assembly

Bill Summary

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 15, 2025, as Police Dog Day in the State of New York

AI Summary

This resolution memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to designate May 15, 2025, as Police Dog Day in New York State, recognizing the historical and ongoing contributions of canines in law enforcement. The resolution traces the evolution of police dogs from ancient times, including their use by Romans for security, Europeans for criminal tracking, and their formal introduction to policing in Belgium in 1899 and Germany by 1910, with the United States adopting police dogs in the 1970s. It highlights the important roles police dogs play in law enforcement, military, and intelligence work, emphasizing that these animals often live with their handlers, form strong bonds, and are considered critical partners in maintaining public safety. The resolution celebrates the courage, dedication, and service of police dogs, acknowledging their significant contributions to protecting communities and praising their unwavering commitment to public service. Additionally, the resolution directs that a copy of the resolution be transmitted to Governor Hochul, formally requesting her to make the official proclamation for Police Dog Day.

Sponsors (47)

Joe Angelino (R)*,  Andrea Bailey (R)*,  Didi Barrett (D)*,  Anil Beephan Jr. (R)*,  Scott Bendett (R)*,  Ken Blankenbush (R)*,  Jake Blumencranz (R)*,  Paul Bologna (R)*,  Karl Brabenec (R)*,  Ari Brown (R)*,  Keith Brown (R)*,  Marianne Buttenschon (D)*,  Patrick Carroll (D)*,  Lester Chang (R)*,  Patrick Chludzinski (R)*,  William Colton (D)*,  Michael Durso (R)*,  Mike Fitzpatrick (R)*,  Jeff Gallahan (R)*,  Jarett Gandolfo (R)*,  Scott Gray (R)*,  Judy Griffin (D)*,  Josh Jensen (R)*,  Billy Jones (D)*,  Paula Kay (D)*,  John Lemondes (R)*,  Dana Levenberg (D)*,  Donna Lupardo (D)*,  Brian Manktelow (R)*,  John McDonald (D)*,  Dave McDonough (R)*,  Brian Miller (R)*,  Angelo Morinello (R)*,  Daniel Norber (R)*,  Misha Novakhov (R)*,  Kwani O'Pharrow (D)*,  Phil Palmesano (R)*,  Stacey Pheffer Amato (D)*,  Ed Ra (R)*,  Nader Sayegh (D)*,  Joseph Sempolinski (R)*,  Jo Anne Simon (D)*,  Matt Simpson (R)*,  Doug Smith (R)*,  Robert Smullen (R)*,  Steve Stern (D)*,  Chris Tague (R)*, 

Last Action

adopted (on 05/15/2025)

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