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J2624Senate2019-2020 SessionResolution

Declare Asthma Awareness Month

Official title

“Memorializing Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim May 2020, as Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month in the State of New York”

Sponsor Kevin S. ParkerSD-21
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution urges the Governor to proclaim May 2020 as Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month in New York State.

Why it matters

  1. Asthma and allergies are widespread and increasing health issues. , impacting millions of Americans, including a significant number of children and New Yorkers, which means more families are directly affected by these conditions every year.

  2. Raising awareness can help save lives. , as many asthma-related deaths are preventable with proper education, treatment, and care—proclamations like this aim to promote better understanding of prevention and management.

  3. Designating a specific awareness month encourages community and governmental action. , potentially leading to more resources, research funding, and public health initiatives targeting asthma and allergy education, especially during their peak season.

  4. This resolution highlights the importance of public education. about the potentially life-threatening nature of asthma and allergies, which could help reduce stigma, improve early detection, and foster supportive environments for those affected.

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Declare Asthma Awareness Month

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Kevin S. Parker

Senator · Senate District 21

Chair, Energy And Telecommunications

No co-sponsors yet.

History

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

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Senate Resolution No. 2624 BY: Senator PARKER MEMORIALIZING Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim May 2020, as Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month in the State of New York WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize official months that are… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 2624 BY: Senator PARKER MEMORIALIZING Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim May 2020, as Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month in the State of New York 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, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to memorializing Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim May 2020, as Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month in the State of New York, in conjunction with the observance of National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month; and WHEREAS, Each year, the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) declares May as National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month since it is peak season for those suffering from asthma and allergies; and WHEREAS, Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month is a perfect time to educate people about these common diseases; and WHEREAS, There is no cure for asthma and allergies, and many deaths are preventable with proper treatment and care; 10 people a day die from asthma; and WHEREAS, Asthma affects more than 24.5 million Americans; more than six million children under the age of 18 have asthma; and WHEREAS, More than 50 million Americans suffer from all types of allergies including pollen, skin, and latex, and the rate of allergies is climbing; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body, representing the people of the State of New York, supports the increase in public awareness regarding asthma and allergies; it is important to help educate all citizens of the State of New York of the serious and potentially life-threatening nature of asthma and allergies; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to memorialize Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim May 2020, as Asthma and Allergy Awareness 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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