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J 121

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim April 2025, as Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month in the State of New York

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Roxanne Persaud

Directs the Governor to proclaim April 2025 as Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month in New York, boosting awareness, education, and advocacy, with no new funds.

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Bill Summary · J 121

Summary of Bill J 121: Memorializing Governor Hochul to Proclaim April 2025 as Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month

Overview

  • Bill number: J 121
  • Title: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim April 2025, as Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month in the State of New York
  • Type: Joint memorial resolution
  • Status: ADOPTED
  • Introduced: January 9, 2025
  • Primary sponsor: Roxanne J. Persaud
  • Classification: Resolution (non-binding; proposes a proclamation)

Purpose and intent

The bill seeks to memorialize the Governor to issue a formal proclamation declaring April 2025 as Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month in New York. As a memorial resolution, its primary aim is to officially recognize esophageal cancer awareness, encourage public education and outreach, and honor those affected by the disease. It does not create or amend statutes or authorize new spending.

Key provisions

  • Directs the Governor to proclaim April 2025 as Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month in the State of New York.
  • Serves as a formal expression of the Legislature’s support for awareness, education, and advocacy related to esophageal cancer.
  • Contains no appropriation of funds or enforcement mechanisms; implementation relies on the Governor’s proclamation and any associated awareness activities pursued by state agencies, non-profits, and health organizations.

Affected parties and impact

  • Governor: Responsible for issuing the official proclamation per the resolution.
  • Esophageal cancer advocacy groups, healthcare providers, researchers, and awareness organizations: May leverage the designation to promote outreach, screening information, fundraising, and educational programs.
  • General public in New York: Potentially benefit from increased awareness, risk factor education, early detection messaging, and resources related to esophageal cancer.
  • No direct fiscal impact or statutory changes are created by this resolution.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Introduced: January 9, 2025
  • Legislative actions: Referred to Finance (January 9, 2025); Reported to calendar for consideration and adopted (January 14, 2025)
  • Status: Adopted; as a memorial resolution, it does not become law but requests the Governor’s proclamation.

Context and significance

Esophageal cancer awareness months are common avenues to highlight risk factors (e.g., smoking, Barrett’s esophagus, chronic reflux), symptoms, screening options, and support resources. By adopting this resolution, the Legislature formally advocates for public awareness efforts during April 2025 in New York.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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