What's happening
This resolution urges Governor Cuomo to proclaim March 12-18, 2017 as Girl Scout Week in New York State.
Why it matters
Highlights the importance of Girl Scouts in New York. , recognizing their role in youth development, leadership training, and community service, which can influence funding, visibility, and support for similar organizations.
Acknowledges the historical significance of March 12th. , the founding date of the first Girl Scout troop, connecting local recognition in New York to a broader national tradition and sense of heritage.
Encourages community and interfaith awareness. , as Girl Scout Week includes religious observances that foster inclusivity and recognition of diverse backgrounds among scouts and their families.
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Declare Girl Scout Week
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Sponsors
Senator · Senate District 45
31 Co-sponsors
- Joseph P. Addabbo Jr.
- Marisol Alcantara
- Tony Avella
- Jamaal Bailey
- John J. Bonacic
- Neil D. Breslin
- John E. Brooks
- David Carlucci
- Leroy Comrie
- Ruben Diaz
- Martin Malavé Dilan
- Michael Gianaris
- Joseph A. Griffo
- Jesse Hamilton
- Brad Hoylman-Sigal
- Todd Kaminsky
- Timothy M. Kennedy
- Jeffrey D. Klein
- Liz Krueger
- George Latimer
- Velmanette Montgomery
- Kevin S. Parker
- José Peralta
- Roxanne J. Persaud
- Gustavo Rivera
- James Sanders Jr.
- Diane J. Savino
- José M. Serrano
- Daniel L. Squadron
- Toby Ann Stavisky
- Andrea Stewart-Cousins
History
- Adopted
- Reported to calendar for consideration
- Referred to finance
Full text
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Senate Resolution No. 1003 BY: Senator LITTLE MEMORIALIZING Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim March 12-18, 2017, as Girl Scout Week in the State of New York WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize official weeks that are set aside… Show allHide
Senate Resolution No. 1003 BY: Senator LITTLE MEMORIALIZING Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim March 12-18, 2017, as Girl Scout Week in the State of New York WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize official weeks that are set aside to increase awareness of vital organizations which affect the lives of citizens 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 Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim March 12-18, 2017, as Girl Scout Week in the State of New York, in conjunction with the observance of National Girl Scout Week; and WHEREAS, Each year, Girl Scout Week begins with Girl Scout Sunday and ends with Girl Scout Sabbath, which give girls an opportunity to attend their place of worship and be recognized as a Girl Scout; and WHEREAS, The holiday also includes Girl Scouts' birthday, March 12th; on this day in 1912, Juliette Gordon Low founded the very first troop of 18 girls in Savannah, Georgia; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to help increase awareness of organizations which affect the lives of citizens of New York State; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to memorialize Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim March 12-18, 2017, as Girl Scout Week in the State of New York; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to The Honorable Andrew M. Cuomo, Governor of the State of New York.
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