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This resolution urges Governor Cuomo to declare September 12, 2017, as Day of Encouragement in New York State.
Why it matters
Promotes Positive Community Action. Designating a Day of Encouragement aims to foster deliberate acts of kindness and support among New Yorkers, which can strengthen community ties and improve individual well-being.
Aligns State with National Initiatives. By marking this day in conjunction with the National Day of Encouragement, New York joins a broader movement to prioritize mental and emotional support, highlighting the state's commitment to national values of compassion and encouragement.
Endorses Non-Violence and Tolerance. The resolution emphasizes the importance of love, acceptance, non-violence, and tolerance, indirectly encouraging residents to adopt these values in their daily lives and interactions.
Elevates Awareness of Mental Health and Social Support. Official recognition can help draw attention to the significance of emotional encouragement, potentially prompting discussions and actions that support mental health and resilience in diverse communities.
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Proclaim Day of Encouragement
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- Adopted
- Reported to calendar for consideration
- Referred to finance
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Senate Resolution No. 2961 BY: Senator COMRIE MEMORIALIZING Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim
September 12, 2017, as Day of Encouragement in the State of New York WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize official days that are set aside to increase awareness of initiatives which affect the lives of citizens of New York State;… Show allHide
September 12, 2017, as Day of Encouragement in the State of New York WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize official days that are set aside to increase awareness of initiatives 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 September 12, 2017, as Day of Encouragement in the State of New York, in conjunction with the observance of National Day of Encouragement; and WHEREAS, National Day of Encouragement is dedicated to uplifting people around us and making a positive impact; and WHEREAS, National Day of Encouragement was intended for all of us to do something to offer encouragement to those around us, whether it is someone at work or in our personal lives; on this day, individuals should make deliberate acts of encouragement by providing reassurance and inspiration; and WHEREAS, The Encouragement Foundation at Harding University in Searcy, Arkansas, launched an effort to get Americans to participate in this Day of Encouragement; the first proclamation for the Day of Encouragement was made on August 22, 2007; and WHEREAS, It is imperative to promote days in which love, acceptance, non-violence and tolerance are observed, and to encourage all New Yorkers to practice this simple philosophy and incorporate it into their lifestyle; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to memorialize Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim September 12, 2017, as Day of Encouragement 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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