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Honor Black Military Women

Official title

“Commending the Brooklyn Chapter of the National Association of Black Military Women upon the occasion of its Installation on February 17, 2017”

Sponsor Kevin S. ParkerSD-21+1 co-sponsor
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution commends the Brooklyn Chapter of the National Association of Black Military Women on its installation in 2017.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the significant and often overlooked contributions of Black women in the U.S. military. , spanning from the Civil War through to present-day conflicts, reinforcing their role in shaping both military history and broader social progress.

  2. Promotes visibility and recognition for Black women veterans in New York and beyond. , helping to ensure their unique experiences and challenges are acknowledged and valued by both the public and policymakers.

  3. Supports the continued mission of the National Association of Black Military Women to tell “HERSTORY,”. encouraging intergenerational connection, mentorship, and education about Black women’s military service within the community and the nation.

  4. Underscores the importance of honoring diversity in military service. , which can foster greater inclusion and inspire future generations of women—particularly women of color—to serve.

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Honor Black Military Women

Plain English, a few words. Used as the page title.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Kevin S. Parker

Senator · Senate District 21

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. 792 BY: Senator PARKER COMMENDING the Brooklyn Chapter of the National Association of Black Military Women upon the occasion of its Installation on February 17, 2017 WHEREAS, Members of the Armed Services from the State of New York, who… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 792 BY: Senator PARKER COMMENDING the Brooklyn Chapter of the National Association of Black Military Women upon the occasion of its Installation on February 17, 2017 WHEREAS, Members of the Armed Services from the State of New York, who have served so valiantly and honorably in wars in which this country's freedom was at stake, as well as in the preservation of peace in peacetime, deserve a special salute from this Legislative Body; and WHEREAS, It is the intent of this Legislative Body to commend those black women who have served in times of active conflict, as well as those who have served in times of peace; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to commend the Brooklyn Chapter of the National Association of Black Military Women upon the occasion of its Installation on Friday, February 17, 2017, at Black Veterans for Social Justice in Brooklyn, New York; and WHEREAS, The National Association of Black Military Women (NABMW) is an association of women located throughout the country who are veterans or current members of the United States Armed Forces; and WHEREAS, In 1976, NABMW was established by 21 women who served in the Women's Army Auxiliary Corps' (WAAC) and Women's Army Corps (WAC) during World War II, and the Korean and Vietnam Wars; and WHEREAS, During their initial meeting, the 21 women planned their first reunion; for more than four decades, these meritorious women have strived to tell HERSTORY; and WHEREAS, The dedication and sacrifices of our military personnel ensure our continued role as a Nation which embodies the ideals of democracy, and is a defender of liberty for peoples throughout the world; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to pay the highest tribute to the valiant service displayed by the black women of the United States Armed Forces who bravely fought in the Civil War, the Spanish-American War, the World Wars, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, the Gulf War, and the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq as well as other minor conflicts during times of great crisis; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is moved with great respect and reverent esteem, and, on behalf of all of the citizens of the Empire State, to renew its tribute to the black women of New York State who so courageously served their State and Nation in defense of freedom and democracy; now, therefore, be it further RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commend the Brooklyn Chapter of the National Association of Black Military Women upon the occasion of its Installation on February 17,

2017; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to the Brooklyn Chapter of the National Association of Black Military Women.

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