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J2359Senate2019-2020 SessionResolution

Declare Stop the Bleed Month

Official title

“Memorializing Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim May 2020, as Stop the Bleed Month in the State of New York”

Sponsor Gustavo RiveraSD-33
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution urges Governor Cuomo to declare May 2020 as Stop the Bleed Month in New York to raise awareness about bleeding control and emergency response training.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the urgent need for public education in bleeding control. , noting that uncontrolled hemorrhage is a leading cause of preventable traumatic death and that bystanders can save lives if equipped with the right knowledge and tools.

  2. Draws attention to the risks in rural areas. , where up to 80% of trauma deaths occur before reaching the hospital, emphasizing how accessible training and equipment can make a critical difference.

  3. Aligns with national efforts and expert recommendations. , reinforcing the role of organizations like the American College of Surgeons in advocating for widespread bleeding control education and the availability of equipment in both public and private spaces.

  4. Supports a cultural shift similar to CPR and defibrillator training. , pushing for bleeding control skills to become commonplace and empowering ordinary citizens to respond effectively in emergencies until professionals arrive.

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Declare Stop the Bleed Month

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Gustavo Rivera

Senator · Senate District 33

Chair, Health

No co-sponsors yet.

History

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

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Senate Resolution No. 2359 BY: Senator RIVERA MEMORIALIZING Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim May 2020, as Stop the Bleed Month in the State of New York WHEREAS, The State of New York takes great pride in recognizing official months established to increase… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 2359 BY: Senator RIVERA MEMORIALIZING Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim May 2020, as Stop the Bleed Month in the State of New York WHEREAS, The State of New York takes great pride in recognizing official months established to increase awareness of serious issues that affect the lives of all New Yorkers; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to memorialize Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim May 2020, as Stop the Bleed Month in the State of New York, in conjunction with the observation of National Stop the Bleed Month; and WHEREAS, Launched in October 2015 by the White House, Stop the Bleed is a national awareness campaign and call to action as accidental injury is a leading cause of death in New York and uncontrolled hemorrhage is a leading cause of preventable traumatic death; and WHEREAS, May 2020, marks the second annual National Stop the Bleed Month dedicated to highlighting the importance of Stop the Bleed training, and providing the public with information and education through local fire, EMS, and health care professionals; and WHEREAS, In rural settings, up to 80% of deaths occur in the pre-hospital setting, commonly from either fatal injuries or uncontrolled hemorrhage; and WHEREAS, Much like training of the general public in CPR and use of automatic defibrillators, bystanders can become heroic lifesavers, and by improving public awareness about how to stop severe bleeding, can make the difference between life and death of an injured person; and WHEREAS, The American College of Surgeons Committee on Trauma has put significant emphasis on the development and availability of bleeding control training programs to enable the public to respond to victims of a trauma event to stop or slow life-threatening bleeding until professional emergency responders arrive; and WHEREAS, Bleeding control training programs should be available to the public and bleeding control equipment should be readily available in public and private locations so people can easily and rapidly access equipment; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to memorialize Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim May 2020, as Stop the Bleed Month in the State of New York; and be it further RESOLVED, That copies of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to The Honorable Andrew M. Cuomo, Governor of the State of New York; and the New York Chapter of the American College of Surgeons.

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