BILL NUMBER: S6580
SPONSOR: CHAN
TITLE OF BILL:
An act to amend the executive law, in relation to establishing October
seventh of each year as a day of commemoration known as "October 7th
Remembrance Day"
PURPOSE:
To designate October 7th as October 7th Remembrance Day in New York
State, ensuring the remembrance of the tragic events of October 7, 2023,
and reaffirming our collective commitment to combating hatred, bigotry,
and terrorism.
SUMMARY OF PROVISIONS:
*Section 1 amends subdivision 3 of section 168-a of the executive law to
declare October 7th as an official day of commemoration in New York
State, to be known as October 7th Remembrance Day.
*Section 2 establishes the effective date.
JUSTIFICATION:
On October 7, 2023, the world witnessed one of the darkest days in
modern Jewish history, marking the deadliest attack on the Jewish people
since the Holocaust. On that day, Hamas terrorists launched a brutal
attack against Israel, killing, injuring, and kidnapping thousands of
innocent civilians. This tragedy, occurring on the joyous Jewish holiday
of Simchat Torah, serves as a stark reminder of the devastating conse-
quences of hatred and terrorism.
New York State has a significant Jewish population, many of whom have
direct ties to the victims of this heinous attack. In the aftermath of
these events, it is more crucial than ever to reaffirm our collective
stance against antisemitism, terrorism, and all forms of bigotry. Estab-
lishing October 7th Remembrance Day ensures that we remember the
victims, educate future generations, and reinforce the commitment to
standing against hatred.
By officially designating this day, New York honors the resilience of
the Jewish community, acknowledges the suffering of the victims and
their families, and underscores the need for vigilance against acts of
terror and persecution.
LEGISLATIVE HISTORY:
New bill.
FISCAL IMPLICATIONS:
None.
EFFECTIVE DATE:
This act shall take effect immediately upon passage.
Statutes affected: S6580: 168-a executive law, 168-a(3) executive law