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Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 18, 2026, as Italian American Day in the State of New York

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Introduced May 6, 2026

Latest action (May 12, 2026) ADOPTED

Summary

This Senate resolution memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 18, 2026 as Italian American Day in New York State. The resolution notes that Italian American Day is an annual celebration of Italian culture, civic conviviality, and merriment, and that this year marks the 53rd Anniversary of the observance. The resolution notes that Italian American Day precedes Italy's national holiday, Festa Della Repubblica Italiana, celebrated annually on June 2, which marks when Italy voted after World War II and fascism to become a democratic republic. The resolution notes that Italian American Day celebrates the heritage of Italy's historical past, the wealth of its present, and opportunities of its future, and provides an opportunity to celebrate the significant contributions of Italian Americans to society. A copy of the resolution is to be transmitted to the Governor.

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  1. May 6, 2026 REFERRED TO FINANCE · upper
  2. May 12, 2026 REPORTED TO CALENDAR FOR CONSIDERATION · upper
  3. May 12, 2026 ADOPTED · upper

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Senate Resolution No. 2054

BY: Senator MATTERA

MEMORIALIZING Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 18, 2026, as Italian American Day in the State of New York

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body, in keeping with its time-honored traditions, to recognize celebrations which foster ethnic pride and enhance the profile of cultural diversity which strengthens the fabric of the communities of New York State; and

WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to memorialize Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 18, 2026, as Italian American Day in the State of New York; and

WHEREAS, Italian American Day is a joyous celebration of culture, civic conviviality and other merriment, held annually throughout the State of New York on May 18, 2026; this year marks the 53rd Anniversary of Italian American Day; and

WHEREAS, This festive day in New York State precedes the Republic of Italy's national holiday, "Festa Della Repubblica Italiana," which is celebrated in Italy annually on June 2; and

WHEREAS, Festa Della Repubblica Italiana marks the day when Italy voted, after World War II and fascism, to become a democratic republic; and

WHEREAS, Italian American Day celebrates 53 years of the heritage of Italy's glorious historical past, the wealth of its present, and the opportunities of its future; and

WHEREAS, This auspicious day provides an opportunity to celebrate the significant contributions of Italian Americans so that all people may know and appreciate Italian history and traditions, and of the role Italian Americans have played, and will continue to play, in our society; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to memorialize Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 18, 2026, as Italian American Day in the State of New York; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to The Honorable Kathy Hochul, Governor of the State of New York.

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