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This resolution memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to officially proclaim September 27, 2025, as National Hunting and Fishing Day in New York State, recognizing the historical and ongoing significance of hunting and fishing in the state. The resolution highlights the deep cultural traditions of hunting and angling in New York, emphasizing their contributions to conservation, food security, and personal well-being. It notes that hunters and anglers have been crucial to environmental conservation efforts, primarily funding the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation through license fees and self-imposed excise taxes on hunting and fishing equipment. The resolution also underscores the economic impact of these activities, pointing out that in the previous year, 1,398,924 hunters and anglers contributed to the state's economy, generating $76.3 million for conservation efforts and supporting an outdoor economy that comprises 1.6% of New York's GDP. By passing this resolution, the Legislative Body aims to honor the contributions of sportsmen and women and raise awareness about the importance of hunting and fishing in New York's cultural and economic landscape.

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/K788