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J1473Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Declare Child Abuse Prevention Month

Official title

“Memorializing Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim April 2017, as Child Abuse Prevention Month in the State of New York”

Sponsor Leroy ComrieSD-14
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution urges Governor Cuomo to declare April 2017 as Child Abuse Prevention Month in New York State.

Why it matters

  1. Raises public and government awareness. By formally recognizing Child Abuse Prevention Month, the resolution underscores the seriousness of child abuse, encouraging more focused attention from both the public and policymakers.

  2. Promotes preventative action and support. The resolution encourages families, communities, and government agencies to collaborate on strategies and activities that prevent child abuse and support the well-being of children.

  3. Advocates for better programs and services. Highlighting this issue at the state level can lead to improvements in the availability and quality of programs, laws, and services aimed at protecting children and supporting families.

  4. Signals statewide commitment. The resolution sends a clear message that New York considers child protection a top priority, potentially fostering a culture of vigilance, intervention, and advocacy across all communities.

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Declare Child Abuse Prevention Month

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Leroy Comrie

Senator · Senate District 14

No co-sponsors yet.

History

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

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Senate Resolution No. 1473 BY: Senator COMRIE MEMORIALIZING Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim April 2017, as Child Abuse Prevention Month in the State of New York WHEREAS, There is no test of society more important than that of how it treats its children,… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 1473 BY: Senator COMRIE MEMORIALIZING Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim April 2017, as Child Abuse Prevention Month in the State of New York WHEREAS, There is no test of society more important than that of how it treats its children, its most precious resource; and WHEREAS, The children of today are the citizens and leaders of tomorrow; their health, well-being, and development are of paramount importance to the people of the State of New York and, as such, it is the sense of this Legislative Body that every child merits the encouragement, protection, and support of all; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and fully in accord with its long-standing traditions, it is the sense of this Legislative Body to memorialize Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim April 2017, as Child Abuse Prevention Month in the State of New York, in conjunction with the observance of National Child Abuse Prevention Month; and WHEREAS, Child Abuse Prevention Month is a time to acknowledge the importance of families and communities working together to prevent child abuse and neglect, and to promote the social and emotional well-being of children and families; and WHEREAS, During the month of April and throughout the year, communities are encouraged to share child abuse and neglect prevention awareness strategies and activities and promote prevention across the country; and WHEREAS, By calling attention to the serious and significant problem of child abuse, the observation of Child Abuse Prevention Month exemplifies a worthy commitment to the children of New York State, encourages improvement in the quality and availability of pertinent programs, laws and services, and provides an opportunity to increase awareness about all aspects of this important matter; and WHEREAS, It is imperative that there be greater awareness of this serious issue, and more must be done to increase activity at the local, State and National levels; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to memorialize Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim April 2017, as Child Abuse Prevention Month 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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