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Honor Haitian Earthquake Victims

Official title

“Remembering the victims of the Haitian Earthquake of January 12, 2010”

Sponsor Michaelle C. SolagesAD-22+4 co-sponsors
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution remembers the victims of the January 12, 2010 Haitian earthquake and recognizes ongoing recovery efforts.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the scale and impact of the disaster. by citing death tolls, injuries, and displacement, the resolution draws attention to the widespread human suffering and ongoing challenges Haitians have faced since 2010.

  2. Acknowledges the role of international and local responders. by recognizing the sacrifices and efforts of the Haitian government, the U.S., the United Nations, and New York State, it underscores the importance of coordinated humanitarian response and global solidarity.

  3. Connects the tragedy to local communities. by noting the large Haitian diaspora in the United States, especially in New York, the resolution emphasizes how this event has affected families and communities locally, not just abroad.

  4. Reinforces ongoing recovery needs. by mentioning continued support and referencing the cholera outbreak and reconstruction, the resolution points to the long-term nature of disaster recovery and the need for sustained commitment from both local and international partners.

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Honor Haitian Earthquake Victims

Plain English, a few words. Used as the page title.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Michaelle C. Solages

Assembly Member · Assembly District 22

Chair, Local Governments

1 Multi-sponsor

History

  1. Adopted
  2. Introduced

Full text

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Assembly Resolution No. 21 BY: M. of A. Solages REMEMBERING the victims of the Haitian Earthquake of January 12, 2010 WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to remember those who lost their lives to the tragic earthquake of January 12, 2010 in… Show all

Assembly Resolution No. 21 BY: M. of A. Solages REMEMBERING the victims of the Haitian Earthquake of January 12, 2010 WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to remember those who lost their lives to the tragic earthquake of January 12, 2010 in Haiti; and WHEREAS, The vital response and many sacrifices of the men and women of the government of Haiti, the U.S. Government, the United Nations, and the State of New York, are duly recognized; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body reaffirms its support and solidarity with the people of Haiti as they work to rebuild their neighborhoods, livelihoods and country; and WHEREAS, After the magnitude 7.0 earthquake, it is estimated that

230,000 to 316,000 died, about 300,000 were injured, and 1.5 million people were initially displaced as a result of the devastation; and WHEREAS, A cholera outbreak struck Haiti in the wake of reconstruction and humanitarian efforts, contributing to thousands… Show all

230,000 to 316,000 died, about 300,000 were injured, and 1.5 million people were initially displaced as a result of the devastation; and WHEREAS, A cholera outbreak struck Haiti in the wake of reconstruction and humanitarian efforts, contributing to thousands of deaths and hundreds of thousands of cholera cases throughout the country; and WHEREAS, The United States has a population of nearly 1 million of the Haitian diaspora, with approximately 200,000 Haitians residing in the State of New York; and WHEREAS, The United States, the international community, and the people of New York work to provide relief, recovery and aid efforts to rebuild after the disaster; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to remember those who lost their lives in Haiti in the wake of the devastating earthquake of 2010.

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