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Proclamations | Governor Kathy Hochul | New York State
Proclamations | Governor Kathy Hochul | New York State Skip to main content Programs Proclamations Proclamations Governor's Proclamations A governor's proclamation is an official, ceremonial document issued to honor, celebrate, or raise awareness for specific events or causes. Questions about proclamations from Governor Kathy Hochul may be directed to [email protected]. REQUEST A PROCLAMATION Governor Hochul holds a proclamation at an event celebrating Muslim American Heritage Month. Governor Hochul attended the NYPD’s 78th Precinct National Night Out in Brooklyn and presented a proclamation to 78th Precinct Commanding Officer, Captain Frantz Souffrant. A framed proclamation celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month at the Governor's Mansion. Governor Hochul presents a proclamation to the Consul General of Italy, Fabrizio Di Michele, before marching in the 78th Columbus Day Parade up Fifth Avenue in New York City. Governor Hochul visited Peaceful Valley Maple Farms in Johnstown, NY and issued a proclamation declaring March 16-17 and March 23-24 as New York State’s Maple Weekends. Recent Proclamations Landmarks to Illuminate Red, White and Blue Landmarks to Illuminate Red, White and Blue July 3, 2026 | 11:39 AM EDT Governor Hochul directed 17 New York State landmarks to illuminate red, white and blue this evening, July 4, 2026 in observance of the 250th anniversary of America’s founding. Proclamation Issued in Observance of Juneteenth Proclamation Issued in Observance of Juneteenth June 19, 2026 | 9:30 AM EDT Governor Hochul issued a proclamation in observance of Juneteenth. Honoring Victims and Survivors of Gun Violence Honoring Victims and Survivors of Gun Violence June 5, 2026 | 12:44 PM EDT Governor Hochul issued a proclamation designating June as Gun Violence Awareness Month in New York State. June is LGBTQ+ Pride Month June is LGBTQ+ Pride Month June 1, 2026 | 3:47 PM EDT Governor Hochul issued a proclamation designating June 2026 as LGBTQ+ Pride Month in the Empire State. Celebrating New York’s AANHPI Communities Celebrating New York’s AANHPI Communities May 26, 2026 | 2:41 PM EDT Governor Hochul issued a proclamation designating May as Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Landmarks Lit for NYS Public Workforce Landmarks Lit for NYS Public Workforce May 8, 2026 | 4:05 PM EDT Governor Hochul issued a proclamation declaring May 3-9 Public Service Recognition Week in New York State. All Governor Proclamations Scroll back to the top of the page The State of New York does not imply approval of the listed destinations, warrant the accuracy of any information set out in those destinations, or endorse any opinions expressed therein. External web sites operate at the direction of their respective owners who should be contacted directly with questions regarding the content of these sites.
