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This resolution celebrates Father's Day on June 15, 2025, honoring fathers and father figures for their contributions.
Why it matters
Recognizes the importance of diverse father figures. The resolution explicitly includes not just biological fathers, but also stepfathers, grandfathers, uncles, friends, and mentors, acknowledging the varied roles men play in children’s lives, especially in single-parent homes.
Highlights the ongoing significance of Father’s Day. By referencing over 50 years of official recognition, the resolution underlines the enduring value society places on fathers’ contributions, suggesting continued support for family and community structures.
Emphasizes the role of fathers in child development. The text notes the strength, selflessness, and guidance provided by fathers and father figures, which speaks to the broader social value of male mentorship and positive role modeling for youth.
Encourages statewide celebration and recognition. By calling for all citizens to honor fathers and father figures, the resolution aims to foster a sense of community appreciation and unity around the contributions of men to family and society.
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Honor Father's Day June 15
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- Adopted
- Reported to calendar for consideration
- Referred to finance
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Senate Resolution No. 553 BY: Senator BAILEY CELEBRATING Father's Day on June 15, 2025 WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to join with the special men in their lives to celebrate Father's Day on Sunday,
June 15, 2025; and WHEREAS, Fifty-eight years after the founding of Mother's Day, President Richard Nixon declared Father's Day an official holiday in
1972; and WHEREAS, Just like Mother's Day, Father's Day is a way of honoring the sacrifices fathers make for their children; and WHEREAS, Today, over 50 years later, Father's Day remains the one day out of the year to praise and pay tribute to fathers, and… Show allHide
1972; and WHEREAS, Just like Mother's Day, Father's Day is a way of honoring the sacrifices fathers make for their children; and WHEREAS, Today, over 50 years later, Father's Day remains the one day out of the year to praise and pay tribute to fathers, and all other men who have taken on that role and acted as a father figure in their children's lives, including those being raised in a single parent home, whether it be an uncle, stepfather, grandfather, friend or big brother; and WHEREAS, These outstanding men show great strength and selflessness, as well as spend countless hours offering their love, support and guidance to the children in their lives, acting as role models and inspiring them to develop to their fullest potential; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is proud to pay tribute and commend all fathers and father figures who are worthy of full recognition for their valued contributions and who should be celebrated by all the citizens of this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to celebrate Father's Day on Sunday, June 15, 2025.
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