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J1764Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Opioid Awareness Day Proclaimed

Official title

“Memorializing Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim September 18, 2017, as Prescription Opioid and Heroin Epidemic Awareness Day in the State of New York”

Sponsor Kevin S. ParkerSD-21+1 co-sponsor
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution urges the Governor to declare September 18, 2017, as Prescription Opioid and Heroin Epidemic Awareness Day in New York.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the severity of the opioid crisis. The resolution draws attention to the sharp rise in fatal overdoses in New York, pointing out a 23% increase over two years, which underscores the urgency and growing impact of the epidemic.

  2. Aims to foster public education and awareness. By urging an official day of recognition, the resolution seeks to mobilize statewide efforts to better inform the public about the risks of prescription opioid and heroin misuse, potentially reducing stigma and encouraging prevention.

  3. Acknowledges those affected and supports recovery efforts. The resolution honors individuals who have lost their lives or are struggling with addiction, signaling legislative empathy and support for both those in recovery and their families.

  4. Encourages coordinated action at multiple levels. The measure calls for greater activity and knowledge-sharing not just locally, but also at state and national levels, which could lead to more comprehensive policies and resources to combat the epidemic.

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Opioid Awareness Day Proclaimed

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Kevin S. Parker

Senator · Senate District 21

History

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

Full text

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Senate Resolution No. 1764 BY: Senator PARKER MEMORIALIZING Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim

September 18, 2017, as Prescription Opioid and Heroin Epidemic Awareness Day in the State of New York WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize official days set aside to increase awareness of serious issues which affect the lives of… Show all

September 18, 2017, as Prescription Opioid and Heroin Epidemic Awareness Day in the State of New York WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize official days set aside to increase awareness of serious 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 proud to memorialize Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim September 18, 2017, as Prescription Opioid and Heroin Epidemic Awareness Day in the State of New York, in conjunction with the observance of National Prescription Opioid and Heroin Epidemic Awareness Day; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body would like to take this moment to remember all those who lost the battle to opioids, and those who are courageously battling this disorder in recovery; and WHEREAS, Every day men, women and children across New York State suffer from the pain and trauma of prescription opioid and heroin addiction from misuse of prescription opioid medications to the increasing amount of drug overdoses relating to heroin, opioid, and fentanyl substances; and WHEREAS, The prescription opioid and heroin epidemic cannot be ignored as the amount of fatal overdoses in the State of New York has reached a record high of over 1,000 individuals in 2016, which is a 23 percent increase in overdoses over the past two years; and WHEREAS, It is imperative that there be greater public awareness of this serious epidemic, and more must be done to increase activity and knowledge at the local, state, and national levels to educate, support and protect those afflicted as well as their families and caregivers; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to memorialize Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim September 18, 2017, as Prescription Opioid and Heroin Epidemic Awareness Day in the State of New York, in conjunction with the observance of National Prescription Opioid and Heroin Epidemic Awareness Day; 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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