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J1828Senate2019-2020 SessionResolution

Tourette Awareness Month Proclaimed

Official title

“Memorializing Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim May 15 to June 15, 2019, as Tourette Syndrome Awareness Month in New York State”

Sponsor Shelley MayerSD-37
Status
Adopted
Impact
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Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution urges the Governor to proclaim May 15 to June 15, 2019, as Tourette Syndrome Awareness Month in New York State.

Why it matters

  1. Raises Awareness and Reduces Stigma. By formally recognizing Tourette Syndrome Awareness Month, the resolution aims to combat the social stigma that often isolates individuals with Tourette Syndrome and to foster a more understanding and inclusive environment.

  2. Highlights the Importance of Early Diagnosis and Intervention. The resolution draws attention to how early identification and treatment can prevent both physical and psychological harm, which may encourage better access to resources and support for affected individuals and families.

  3. Addresses Treatment Barriers. By acknowledging the high costs and complexities of current treatments, the resolution puts a spotlight on the need for improved healthcare access and potential policy solutions to make therapies and medications more affordable.

  4. Supports Ongoing Advocacy and Research. Recognizing the role of organizations like the Tourette Syndrome Association, the resolution helps legitimize advocacy efforts, promote public education, and potentially attract further research funding or legislative attention to the disorder.

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Tourette Awareness Month Proclaimed

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Shelley Mayer

Senator · Senate District 37

Chair, Education

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History

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

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Senate Resolution No. 1828 BY: Senator MAYER MEMORIALIZING Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim May 15 to June 15, 2019, as Tourette Syndrome Awareness Month in New York State WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize official months… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 1828 BY: Senator MAYER MEMORIALIZING Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim May 15 to June 15, 2019, as Tourette Syndrome Awareness Month in New York State WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize official months that are set aside to increase awareness of serious health issues that affect the lives of citizens of New York State; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to memorialize Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim May 15 to June 15, 2019, as Tourette Syndrome Awareness Month in New York State, in conjunction with the observance of National Tourette Syndrome Awareness Month; and WHEREAS, Lack of public awareness has increased the social stigma attached to Tourette Syndrome; and WHEREAS, Early diagnosis and treatment of Tourette Syndrome can prevent physical and psychological harm; and WHEREAS, There is no known cure for Tourette Syndrome and treatment involves multiple medications and therapies with costs that can be prohibitive; and WHEREAS, The Tourette Syndrome Association is the only national not-for-profit membership organization dedicated to identifying the cause, finding the cure, and controlling the effects of Tourette Syndrome; and WHEREAS, The Tourette Syndrome Association has designated May 15 to June 15 as National Tourette Syndrome Awareness Month, the goal being to educate the public about the nature and effects of Tourette Syndrome; and WHEREAS, It is imperative that there be greater awareness of this serious health condition, 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 May 15 to June 15,

2019, as Tourette Syndrome Awareness Month in New York State, and to recognize the impact Tourette Syndrome can have on people living with the disorder, and the importance of an early diagnosis and proper treatment of Tourette Syndrome; 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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