New York Senate Bill J01786

New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 3/18/26
• Refer: 3/18/26
• Report Pass: 3/24/26
• Passed: 3/24/26

Caption

Commemorating the 124th Anniversary celebration of the Birthday of the revered Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem M. Schneerson

Summary

This resolution commemorates the 124th anniversary of the birth of Rabbi Menachem M. Schneerson, the Lubavitcher Rebbe, and praises his religious, educational, and humanitarian leadership. It describes his influence on Chabad Lubavitch, his global network of centers, and his role in inspiring Jewish and non-Jewish communities through acts of goodness, kindness, and education. The resolution also designates the period from March 29, 2026 through July 30, 2026 as "124 Days of Education" in honor of the Rebbe’s birthday and his educational contributions. It further notes the 85th anniversary of the Rebbe and his wife’s escape from Nazi Europe and arrival in New York, and directs that a copy of the resolution be transmitted to the son of Rabbi Shmuel M. Butman, identified as a director of the Lubavitch Youth Organization.

Impact

As a ceremonial resolution, this measure does not amend the New York State Consolidated Laws, create new regulatory requirements, or alter the rights or obligations of any person or entity. Its practical effect is symbolic: it formally recognizes Rabbi Schneerson and Chabad Lubavitch’s educational and humanitarian work, and it encourages observance of a commemorative period called "124 Days of Education." The resolution primarily affects state legislative records and the recipients of the official transmission, rather than state agencies, businesses, or the public at large.

Sentiment

The tone of the resolution is strongly positive and celebratory. The bill text expresses admiration for the Lubavitcher Rebbe’s leadership, moral influence, and educational legacy, and there is no recorded committee transcript or vote history indicating opposition or debate. Based on the available record, the measure appears to be noncontroversial and presented as a tribute resolution.

Contention

No specific points of contention are documented in the available materials. Because there are no committee transcripts or recorded votes, there is no evidence of disagreement over the resolution’s purpose, its religious references, or the proposed commemorative designation. Any potential sensitivity would likely relate only to the use of a legislative resolution to honor a particular religious leader and movement, but no objection is reflected in the record provided.