New York Assembly Bill K01288

New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 5/6/26
• Passed: 5/6/26

Caption

Recognizing May 6, 2026, as a day of special tribute to the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Program and its impact across New York State

Summary

Assembly Resolution 1288 is a ceremonial resolution that recognizes May 6, 2026, as a day of special tribute to the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Program and its impact across New York State. The resolution praises the program for providing entrepreneurs with business education, access to capital, peer learning, and support services intended to help small businesses grow, create jobs, and strengthen local economies. The measure also highlights the program’s role in fostering collaboration among business leaders, encouraging data-driven decision-making, and connecting participants with policymakers. It frames the program as a contributor to economic development, business sustainability, and broader statewide economic vitality, and notes that participants and representatives will gather at the State Capitol during National Small Business Week.

Impact

This resolution does not amend the Consolidated Laws or create new regulatory requirements; its effect is symbolic and commemorative. It formally expresses legislative appreciation for a private-sector small business development initiative and directs that copies be sent to the Commissioner of Empire State Development and program leadership. Its practical impact is limited to public recognition and promotion of the program’s role in supporting entrepreneurs and small business growth in New York.

Sentiment

The overall sentiment reflected in the bill text is strongly positive and supportive. The resolution uses laudatory language throughout, emphasizing job creation, economic opportunity, community vitality, and the value of bringing business leaders into dialogue with policymakers. No votes, committee transcripts, or recorded opposition are provided, so there is no evidence in the available record of controversy or dissent.

Contention

No notable contention appears in the available materials. Because this is a ceremonial resolution, there are no identified policy disputes, fiscal concerns, or statutory conflicts. The only implicit point of emphasis is the resolution’s praise for a Goldman Sachs-affiliated program and its role in shaping economic policy discussions, but no opposing viewpoints are recorded in the bill history provided.