Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim January 2026, as Technology Month in the State of New York
This resolution is a ceremonial measure that memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim January 2026 as Technology Month in New York State, in conjunction with National Technology Month. It frames technology as central to daily life and to many sectors of the economy and public life, including agriculture, healthcare, education, entertainment, food service, and security.
The resolution highlights the ways technology supports communication, productivity, organization, health, and safety, and points to common modern uses such as apps, websites, social media, video meetings, texting, and online business. It also recognizes National Technology Day on January 6 and expresses appreciation for people working in the technology field. The measure does not create a regulatory program, funding stream, or new rights; it is a nonbinding request for a gubernatorial proclamation.
Because this is a resolution rather than a bill amending the statutes, it does not change state law, create new obligations, or alter agency authority. Its practical effect is limited to formally urging the Governor to issue a proclamation designating January 2026 as Technology Month and to publicly recognize the role of technology in New York. The affected parties are primarily the Governor’s office, state residents, and the technology sector, but no statutory provisions are amended.
The overall sentiment is strongly positive and celebratory. The resolution uses commendatory language throughout, emphasizing technology’s benefits to everyday life, the economy, and public services, and there is no recorded opposition, vote, or committee debate in the provided materials. The absence of dissent suggests the measure is largely symbolic and noncontroversial.
No notable points of contention are reflected in the available record. Because the resolution is honorary and nonbinding, there are no apparent disputes over costs, enforcement, or policy tradeoffs. If any disagreement were to arise, it would likely concern the value of issuing commemorative proclamations rather than any substantive legal change, but no such objection appears in the text or context provided.