Bill > J01441

This resolution joyously commemorates Flag Day on June 14, 2026, recognizing the American Flag as a symbol of unity, power, thought, and purpose for the nation. It highlights the flag's historical evolution, from the "Continental Colors" with its British influence to the "Stars and Stripes" adopted by the Second Continental Congress on June 14, 1777, which featured thirteen stripes and thirteen stars representing a new constellation. The resolution also notes New York's significant connection to the flag, as it was flown for the first time on August 3, 1777, at Fort Stanwix and saw its first combat action at the Battle of Oriskany. It touches upon popular legends surrounding the flag's creation, such as the story of Betsy Ross, and acknowledges its first use of the name "Old Glory." The resolution emphasizes the importance of flying the flag with respect, adhering to specific protocols for its display, and its role in inspiring Americans through battles, peace, and national grief, ultimately affirming that the flag's meaning is shaped by each generation.

Budget and Finance

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/J1441