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J1001Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Declare Brain Awareness Week

Official title

“Memorializing Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim March 13-19, 2017, as Brain Awareness Week in the State of New York”

Sponsor Kevin S. ParkerSD-21
Status
Adopted
Impact
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Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution urges the Governor to proclaim March 13-19, 2017, as Brain Awareness Week in New York State.

Why it matters

  1. Raises public understanding of brain health. By formally recognizing Brain Awareness Week, the state can help draw attention to brain-related health issues, such as neurological diseases, mental health, and the importance of research on the brain.

  2. Encourages educational activities across New York. The resolution supports efforts like lectures, workshops, and public exhibitions, which can help people of all ages learn more about brain science and how it impacts their daily lives.

  3. Supports advocacy and research partnerships. Highlighting Brain Awareness Week can foster collaboration among research institutions, advocacy groups, and the broader community, potentially leading to increased funding and support for brain research initiatives.

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Declare Brain Awareness Week

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Kevin S. Parker

Senator · Senate District 21

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History

  1. Adopted
  2. Reported to calendar for consideration
  3. Referred to finance

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Senate Resolution No. 1001 BY: Senator PARKER MEMORIALIZING Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim March 13-19, 2017, as Brain Awareness Week in the State of New York WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize official weeks that are set… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 1001 BY: Senator PARKER MEMORIALIZING Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim March 13-19, 2017, as Brain Awareness Week in the State of New York WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize official weeks that are set aside to increase awareness of serious health issues which affect the lives of citizens of New York State; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to memorialize Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim March 13-19, 2017, as Brain Awareness Week in the State of New York, in conjunction with the observance of National Brain Awareness Week; and WHEREAS, Brain Awareness Week (BAW) is the global campaign to increase public awareness of the progress and benefits of brain research; and WHEREAS, Each year, BAW unites the efforts of partner organizations worldwide in a celebration of the brain for people of all ages; activities include open days at neuroscience labs, exhibitions about the brain, lectures on brain-related topics, social media campaigns, displays at libraries and community centers, classroom workshops and more; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to help increase awareness of serious health issues which affect the lives of citizens of New York State; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to memorialize Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim March 13-19, 2017, as Brain Awareness Week in the State of New York; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to The Honorable Andrew M. Cuomo, Governor of the State of New York.

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