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J2677Senate2019-2020 SessionResolution

Proclaim Red Ribbon Week

Official title

“Memorializing Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim October 23-31, 2020, as Red Ribbon Week in the State of New York”

Sponsor Kevin ThomasSD-6
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution urges Governor Cuomo to declare October 23-31, 2020, as Red Ribbon Week in New York to promote drug prevention awareness.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the state's commitment to drug prevention and education. , signaling official support for local and statewide initiatives that aim to keep communities, especially youth, informed and safe.

  2. Connects New York’s observance to a national campaign. , amplifying the impact of Red Ribbon Week by aligning state efforts with a broader movement, fostering unity and shared purpose across the country.

  3. Honors the legacy of DEA Agent Enrique Camarena and grassroots advocacy. , reinforcing the idea that individual and community actions can make a meaningful difference in combating drug abuse and its consequences.

  4. Encourages public participation and awareness activities. , potentially leading to increased community engagement, school programs, and resources devoted to prevention efforts during the designated week.

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Proclaim Red Ribbon Week

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Kevin Thomas

Senator · Senate District 6

Chair, Consumer Protection

No co-sponsors yet.

History

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

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Senate Resolution No. 2677 BY: Senator THOMAS MEMORIALIZING Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim October 23-31, 2020, as Red Ribbon Week in the State of New York WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize official weeks that are dedicated… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 2677 BY: Senator THOMAS MEMORIALIZING Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim October 23-31, 2020, as Red Ribbon Week in the State of New York WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize official weeks that are dedicated to increasing awareness of serious and important issues impacting citizens of New York State; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to memorialize Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim October 23-31, 2020, as Red Ribbon Week in the State of New York, in conjunction with the observance of National Red Ribbon Week; and WHEREAS, In 1980, The National Family Partnership was established as a grassroots, nonprofit organization by a group of concerned parents committed to playing an active role in drug prevention education and advocacy; and WHEREAS, The National Family Partnership organized the first Nationwide Red Ribbon Campaign after the murder of DEA Agent Enrique Camarena; parents and youth in communities across the country began wearing Red Ribbons to represent their commitment to increasing awareness of the killing and destruction caused by drugs in the country; and WHEREAS, Enrique Camarena believed that one person could make a difference; this belief was used as the model at the start of the Red Ribbon Campaign and it continues to be the belief as the campaign reaches the lives of millions of American children and families; and WHEREAS, Under the leadership of President Peggy B. Sapp, the National Red Ribbon Campaign has become an annual national event that acts as a major force in raising awareness and mobilizing communities in the fight against drugs; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize Red Ribbon Week in order to raise awareness regarding the serious issues surrounding drugs today and to promote the betterment of drug education and prevention in New York State and beyond; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to memorialize Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim October 23-31, 2020, as Red Ribbon Week in the State of New York, in conjunction with the observance of National Red Ribbon Week; 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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