New York J 2283: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim October 2026 as Adopt a Shelter Dog Month in the State of New York

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J02283 Summary:

BILL NOJ02283 

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SAME ASNo Same As

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BILL NOJ02283 

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05/29/2026REFERRED TO FINANCE

06/02/2026REPORTED TO CALENDAR FOR CONSIDERATION

06/02/2026ADOPTED

06/04/2026REPORTED TO CALENDAR FOR CONSIDERATION

06/04/2026ADOPTED

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Senate Resolution No. 2283

BY: Senator MURRAY

 MEMORIALIZING Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim
 October 2026 as Adopt a Shelter Dog Month in the
 State of New York

 WHEREAS, Animal shelters and rescue organizations throughout the
State of New York provide compassionate care, protection, medical
treatment, and temporary housing for abandoned, neglected, abused, and
homeless dogs; and

 WHEREAS, Countless dedicated shelter employees, veterinarians,
foster families, volunteers, and rescue advocates work tirelessly to
ensure that dogs in need are provided with safe environments and
opportunities to find permanent, loving homes; and

 WHEREAS, Adopting shelter dogs provides companionship and improves
the quality of life for individuals and families, reduces shelter
overcrowding, and supports responsible pet ownership throughout
communities across New York State; and

 WHEREAS, Studies have shown that companion animals can provide
substantial emotional, psychological, and physical health benefits,
including reducing stress, encouraging exercise and social interaction,
and improving overall well-being; and

 WHEREAS, Adopt a Shelter Dog Month is observed each October to raise
awareness of the thousands of dogs residing in shelters and rescue
organizations and to encourage individuals and families to consider
adoption when seeking companion animals; and

 WHEREAS, Promoting shelter adoption combats animal homelessness,
reduces euthanasia rates, and supports the important mission of animal
welfare organizations across the State; and

 WHEREAS, It is fitting and proper to recognize the importance of
shelter dog adoption and to commend those organizations and individuals
who dedicate themselves to the care and placement of homeless animals;
now, therefore, be it

 RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
memorialize Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim October 2026 as Adopt a
Shelter Dog Month in the State of New York; and be it further

 RESOLVED, That copies of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to The Honorable Kathy Hochul, Governor of the State of New
York, and to such other individuals and organizations as may be deemed
appropriate.

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