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This resolution urges Governor Cuomo to declare April 17, 2017, as Ellis Island Family History Day in New York State.
Why it matters
Highlights the importance of Ellis Island in New York’s and America’s immigrant history. , reminding residents of the millions who entered the country through this gateway and contributed to the state’s diverse heritage.
Encourages reflection on personal and family immigration stories. , fostering a sense of shared history and deeper appreciation for the journeys that shaped many New Yorkers’ identities.
Promotes educational awareness at local, state, and national levels. , urging increased recognition of immigration’s impact and the need to remember and honor these foundational stories annually.
Aligns New York’s observance with the national recognition of Ellis Island Family History Day. , reinforcing the state’s leadership in celebrating its role in the broader American narrative of immigration.
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Name Ellis Island Family Day
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Senate Resolution No. 1856 BY: Senator PARKER MEMORIALIZING Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim
April 17, 2017, as Ellis Island Family History Day in the State of New York WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize official days that are set aside to increase awareness of moments in history which affect the lives of citizens of New… Show allHide
April 17, 2017, as Ellis Island Family History Day in the State of New York WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize official days that are set aside to increase awareness of moments in history which affect the lives of citizens of New York State; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to memorialize Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim April 17, 2017, as Ellis Island Family History Day in the State of New York, in conjunction with the observance of National Ellis Island Family History Day; and WHEREAS, Ellis Island, in Upper New York Bay, was the gateway for millions of immigrants to the United States as the nation's busiest immigrant inspection station from 1892 until 1924; and WHEREAS, On this day in 1907, just under 12,000 names were recorded as passing through Ellis Island; during all of 1907, more than one million immigrants were processed through Ellis Island; and WHEREAS, On April 17, 2001, the first National Ellis Island Family History Day was observed; it was by official proclamation of our nation's governors that April 17 be designated as National Ellis Island Family History Day; and WHEREAS, It is imperative that there be greater awareness of the history of our State and Nation, and more must be done to increase awareness at the local, State and National levels; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to memorialize Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim April 17, 2017, as Ellis Island Family History 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 Andrew M. Cuomo, Governor of the State of New York.
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