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J1161Senate2019-2020 SessionResolution

Declare Cancer Research Month

Official title

“Memorializing Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim May 2019, as Cancer Research Month 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 Governor Cuomo to proclaim May 2019 as Cancer Research Month in New York State.

Why it matters

  1. Raises visibility of cancer research. by formally encouraging a statewide proclamation, which can boost public awareness and potentially drive more community engagement and support for research initiatives.

  2. Highlights the impact of research on survivorship. , noting that millions are living with or beyond cancer due to advances in research, reinforcing the tangible benefits of continued investment in this area.

  3. Emphasizes the ongoing challenges. despite progress, cancer remains a major health and economic burden, underlining the need for sustained attention and resources at local, state, and national levels.

  4. Encourages multi-level action. , aiming to inspire not just symbolic recognition but also practical increases in activities and support related to cancer research across New York State.

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Declare Cancer Research Month

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Kevin S. Parker

Senator · Senate District 21

Chair, Energy And Telecommunications

1 Co-sponsor

History

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

Full text

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Senate Resolution No. 1161 BY: Senator PARKER MEMORIALIZING Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim May 2019, as Cancer Research Month in the State of New York WHEREAS, The health and well-being of the citizens of the State of New York are of paramount… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 1161 BY: Senator PARKER MEMORIALIZING Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim May 2019, as Cancer Research Month in the State of New York WHEREAS, The health and well-being of the citizens of the State of New York are of paramount importance to this Legislative Body; 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 May 2019, as Cancer Research Month in the State of New York, in conjunction with the observance of National Cancer Research Month; and WHEREAS, Currently, more than 10 million cancer survivors are living in the United States; cancer research plays an important role in saving lives and advancing progress against the more than 200 diseases that are called cancer; and WHEREAS, National Cancer Research Month recognizes the importance of cancer research and the contributions of researchers, physician-scientists, survivors, and patient advocates across the United States who are dedicated to the conquest of cancer; and WHEREAS, Thanks to spectacular advances made by cancer research, more than 15.5 million people in the United States and millions more worldwide are cancer survivors who are living with, through, and beyond their disease; and WHEREAS, Despite the significant progress that has been made, cancer is a growing public health challenge globally; the immense toll of cancer is felt not only through the number of lives it affects each year, but also through its significant economic impact; and WHEREAS, It is imperative that there be greater public awareness of this serious health issue, and more must be done to increase activity at the local, State and national levels to support much needed cancer research; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to memorialize Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim May 2019, as Cancer Research 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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