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J280Senate2025-2026 SessionResolution

Declare Speech-Hearing Awareness Month

Official title

“Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 2025, as Speech-Language-Hearing Month in the State of New York”

Sponsor Steve RhoadsSD-5
Status
Adopted
Impact
2/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution urges Governor Hochul to designate May 2025 as Speech-Language-Hearing Month to raise awareness in New York.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the crucial impact of communication disorders on New Yorkers’ lives. , emphasizing that speech, language, and hearing health affect individuals across all ages, from children to adults recovering from injury.

  2. Raises the profile of speech-language and hearing professionals. , whose evidence-based interventions help people overcome a wide range of communication challenges, often improving their quality of life and independence.

  3. Aims to increase public understanding and reduce stigma. surrounding communication difficulties, encouraging individuals and communities to prioritize seeking professional help and supporting those affected.

  4. Underscores the societal importance of equal access to communication. , reminding policymakers and citizens alike that fostering awareness and support for communication health can lead to more inclusive communities.

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Declare Speech-Hearing Awareness Month

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Steve Rhoads

Senator · Senate District 5

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History

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

Full text

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Senate Resolution No. 280 BY: Senator RHOADS MEMORIALIZING Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 2025, as Speech-Language-Hearing Month in the State of New York WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize official months that are set aside… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 280 BY: Senator RHOADS MEMORIALIZING Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 2025, as Speech-Language-Hearing 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 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 memorialize Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 2025, as Speech-Language-Hearing Month in the State of New York; and WHEREAS, Speech-Language-Hearing Month is a time to celebrate the vital role that communication plays in the lives of New York citizens and to raise awareness about the importance of speech, language, and hearing health; and WHEREAS, The work of speech-language and hearing professionals who dedicate their careers to helping individuals overcome communication challenges is vital; utilizing evidence-based therapies and interventions to enhance communication skills and improve quality of life, they help children develop their first words, assist adults recovering from stroke or brain injury, and provide essential support to individuals with a wide range of needs; and WHEREAS, Serving as a reminder to prioritize communication health and to seek professional help when needed, Speech-Language-Hearing Month is meant to aid communities in understanding the complexities of communication and appreciating the dedicated professionals who work in the field; and WHEREAS, It is imperative that there be greater public awareness of this issue and that communities work to foster a society that values and supports the right to communicate effectively; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to memorialize Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 2025, as Speech-Language-Hearing 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 Kathy Hochul, Governor of the State of New York.

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