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J3746Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Declare Maple Month March

Official title

“Memorializing Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim March 2018, as Pure New York State Maple Month in the State of New York”

Sponsor James L. SewardSD-51+1 co-sponsor
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution urges Governor Cuomo to proclaim March 2018 as Pure New York State Maple Month to celebrate the state's maple industry.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the economic impact of the maple industry. New York’s maple producers generated over $31 million in value in 2017, supporting local jobs and rural economies.

  2. Underscores New York’s national significance. The state is the second-largest producer of maple syrup in the U.S. and boasts the largest resource of tappable maple trees, making the industry a point of state pride and identity.

  3. Promotes agricultural and environmental awareness. By celebrating Maple Month, the resolution encourages appreciation for sustainable agriculture, forest management, and the importance of natural resources in New York.

  4. Supports local food and healthy choices. The focus on pure maple syrup as a natural and nutritious sweetener draws attention to local, healthy food options and could boost consumer interest in New York–produced agricultural products.

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Declare Maple Month March

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
James L. Seward

Senator · Senate District 51

Chair, Insurance

1 Co-sponsor

History

  1. Adopted
  2. Reported to calendar for consideration
  3. Referred to finance

Full text

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Senate Resolution No. 3746 BY: Senator SEWARD MEMORIALIZING Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim March 2018, as Pure New York State Maple Month in the State of New York WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize official months that are… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 3746 BY: Senator SEWARD MEMORIALIZING Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim March 2018, as Pure New York State Maple Month in the State of New York WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize official months that are set aside to promote and appreciate New York State's natural resources which benefit the lives of its citizens; 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 2018, as Pure New York State Maple Month in the State of New York; and WHEREAS, The Sugar maple tree was adopted as the State tree in 1956, and its sap is the main source used to make maple; and WHEREAS, Pure maple syrup is a natural and nutritious sweetener and is a smart choice as a topping or as a flavorful ingredient in baking and cooking; and WHEREAS, New York State is ranked second in maple syrup production in the United States, and is the first crop to be harvested in the calendar year; and WHEREAS, New York's weather makes March the prime time to harvest the sap for production of maple candy and syrup; and WHEREAS, In addition, New York State is home to the largest resource of tappable maple trees within the United States, and over 2,000 maple sugar makers; and WHEREAS, New York continuously breaks the state record for maple production, producing 760,000 gallons of maple syrup in 2017, compared to 706,000 in 2016; and WHEREAS, The estimated value of the maple syrup produced in New York State is $31,320,000; and WHEREAS, It is with great pleasure that this Legislative Body acknowledges this exceptional natural resource and its contributions to the local and State economies; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to memorialize Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim March 2018, as Pure New York State Maple Month 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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