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J4411Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Proclaim Make-A-Wish Day

Official title

“Memorializing Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim April 29, 2018, as Make-A-Wish Day in the State of New York”

Sponsor Leroy ComrieSD-14+2 co-sponsors
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution urges the Governor to proclaim April 29, 2018, as Make-A-Wish Day in New York, aligning with World Wish Day.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the transformative impact of wish-granting. for seriously ill children and their families, emphasizing emotional and psychological benefits that go beyond the individual child to the broader community.

  2. Raises public awareness about the Make-A-Wish Foundation. and its global reach, potentially increasing community support, volunteerism, and donations crucial for sustaining its mission.

  3. Encourages civic participation. , giving New Yorkers concrete ways to support critically ill children, such as through social media advocacy, donations, or referrals, thus fostering a sense of shared responsibility.

  4. Reinforces the importance of official state recognition. for charitable causes, which can legitimize and amplify efforts to improve quality of life for vulnerable populations across New York and beyond.

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Proclaim Make-A-Wish Day

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Leroy Comrie

Senator · Senate District 14

History

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

Full text

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Senate Resolution No. 4411 BY: Senator COMRIE MEMORIALIZING Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim

April 29, 2018, as Make-A-Wish Day in the State of New York, in conjunction with the observance of World Wish Day WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize official days that are set aside to increase awareness of actions that affect the… Show all

April 29, 2018, as Make-A-Wish Day in the State of New York, in conjunction with the observance of World Wish Day WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize official days that are set aside to increase awareness of actions that affect the lives of sick children in 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 April 29, 2018, as Make-A-Wish Day in the State of New York, in conjunction with the observance of World Wish Day; and WHEREAS, It was the wish of seven-year-old Leukemia sufferer Chris Greicius to become a police officer; when police heard about this they wanted to help and granted his wish; and WHEREAS, Young Chris was a police officer for one day on the 29th of April in 1980; others heard about this and thought that granting wishes for sick children was a good idea; subsequently, the Make-A-Wish Foundation was founded and became one of the best-known children's charities in the world; and WHEREAS, This led to the birth of World Wish Day, the anniversary of the day the police granted Chris' wish; and WHEREAS, There are now 48 countries involved in World Wish Day; people celebrate wish-granting across the globe by making dreams come true for sick children; and WHEREAS, Anyone who wants to get involved in this celebration can spread the word using social media sites, donate money to the charity or refer a child they know; and WHEREAS, It is imperative that there be greater awareness of this vital day and the much appreciated and valuable wishes the Make-A-Wish Foundation grants to the sick children of our State and Nation; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to memorialize Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim April 29, 2018, as Make-A-Wish Day in the State of New York, in conjunction with the observance of World Wish 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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