What's happening
This resolution urges Governor Hochul to proclaim May 11-17, 2025, as Family Physician Week in New York State.
Why it matters
Raises awareness. of the important role family physicians play in both urban and rural communities, highlighting their central contributions to primary care and public health across New York State.
Supports recognition of medical professionals. by aligning the state with the New York State Academy of Family Physicians’ annual meeting, further legitimizing and celebrating the ongoing commitment of over 6,000 family doctors, residents, and medical students.
Encourages public appreciation and recruitment. by spotlighting family medicine as a vital, compassionate profession, which could inspire new generations to enter a field facing physician shortages.
Promotes the values of preventive care and long-term patient relationships. , reinforcing the significance of holistic, family-centered healthcare in improving overall community wellbeing.
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Declare Family Physician Week
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Sponsors
21 Multi-sponsors
- Joe Angelino
- Edward Braunstein
- Marianne Buttenschon
- Michael J. Fitzpatrick
- Jodi Giglio
- Deborah Glick
- Stephen Hawley
- Alicia Hyndman
- Dana Levenberg
- Jen Lunsford
- Brian Maher
- John T. McDonald III
- Karen McMahon
- Kwani O'Pharrow
- Philip Palmesano
- Amy Paulin
- Angelo Santabarbara
- Doug Smith
- Robert Smullen
- Chris Tague
- Yudelka Tapia
History
- Adopted
- Referred to calendar
Full text
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Assembly Resolution No. 496 BY: M. of A. Simone MEMORIALIZING Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 11-17, 2025, as Family Physician Week in the State of New York WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize official weeks that are set… Show allHide
Assembly Resolution No. 496 BY: M. of A. Simone MEMORIALIZING Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 11-17, 2025, as Family Physician Week in the State of New York WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize official weeks that are set aside to recognize certain professionals who 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 11-17, 2025, as Family Physician Week in the State of New York; and WHEREAS, The annual observance of Family Physician Week provides an opportunity for the people of the Empire State to recognize the vital contributions of the family physicians who practice in communities large and small throughout New York; and WHEREAS, The New York State Academy of Family Physicians represents more than 6,000 board-certified family physicians, residents and medical students who are dedicated to the primary care of the family as a whole; and WHEREAS, The Academy's mission is to advance the art and science of medicine to improve the health and well-being of patients and families; and WHEREAS, The Academy will hold their 77th Annual Congress of Delegates on May 17-18, 2025; and WHEREAS, It is appropriate for the citizens of New York State to recognize the members of the New York State Academy of Family Physicians as they gather to renew their pledge to medicine and to families; they truly exemplify the highest tradition of the family doctor and the dedication, compassion and skill which are the hallmarks of their profession; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to memorialize Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 11-17, 2025, as Family Physician Week 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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