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This resolution urges Governor Cuomo to declare May 6, 2017, as Military Spouse Appreciation Day in New York State.
Why it matters
Highlights the often-overlooked sacrifices and challenges faced by military spouses. , acknowledging the emotional and practical burdens they bear during deployments, frequent relocations, and family separations.
Stresses the importance of community and state support for military families. , reinforcing the idea that a strong home front is essential for the morale and well-being of service members.
Calls for increased public awareness and recognition of military spouses’ contributions. , suggesting that more action at local, state, and national levels is needed to honor and support these individuals.
Frames appreciation for military spouses as part of a broader moral obligation. , reminding the public and policymakers that gratitude must be expressed not just in words but through tangible support and policies that benefit military families.
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Honor Military Spouses Day
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- Adopted
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Senate Resolution No. 2161 BY: Senator PARKER MEMORIALIZING Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim
May 6, 2017, as Military Spouse Appreciation Day in the State of New York WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize the sacrifices, support and dedication of the families of those noble men and women who have served so valiantly to… Show allHide
May 6, 2017, as Military Spouse Appreciation Day in the State of New York WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize the sacrifices, support and dedication of the families of those noble men and women who have served so valiantly to maintain America's freedoms and way of life; 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 May 6, 2017, as Military Spouse Appreciation Day in the State of New York in conjunction with the observance of National Military Spouse Appreciation Day; and WHEREAS, Our military spouses embody ideals we cherish: strength, loyalty and commitment; they stand beside those who stand behind our flag, giving their all and making tremendous sacrifices; they shoulder the burdens of countless moves and stressful deployments, and they uphold their end of the bargain; and WHEREAS, On Military Spouse Appreciation Day, we celebrate the force behind the force and show these home-front heroes the full support of a grateful State and Nation; and WHEREAS, As service members board planes for deployments to foreign lands, they need to know their country and state will be there for their loved ones; as mothers and fathers take on the work of two, they need to know their neighbors will lend a hand; and WHEREAS, Furthermore, if called to make the ultimate sacrifice, troops must know their State and Nation will honor their memory and care for their family; and WHEREAS, After everything military spouses have done for America, for one another, for our wounded warriors and the families of the fallen, we must stand beside them and make good on our debt of gratitude; may each of us serve our military spouses and their families as well as they serve us; and WHEREAS, It is imperative that there be greater awareness of the sacrifices of military spouses, and more must be done to increase activity 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 May 6, 2017, as Military Spouse Appreciation 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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