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K 127

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim February 24-March 2, 2025, as Eating Disorders Awareness Week in the State of New York

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Linda Rosenthal

A memorializing resolution urges the NY Governor to proclaim Feb 24–Mar 2, 2025 as Eating Disorders Awareness Week, boosting awareness and education without new laws or funding.

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Bill Summary · K 127

Summary of Bill K 127: Memorializing Governor to Proclaim Eating Disorders Awareness Week

Overview

  • Bill Number: K 127
  • Title: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim February 24–March 2, 2025, as Eating Disorders Awareness Week in the State of New York
  • Classification: Resolution (Memorializing)
  • Status: ADOPTED
  • Introduced: February 24, 2025
  • Primary Sponsor: Linda Rosenthal
  • Legislative Actions:
    • 2025-02-24: REFERRED TO CALENDAR
    • 2025-02-25: ADOPTED (listed twice in the record)

Purpose and Intent

The bill is a memorializing resolution urging Governor Kathy Hochul to issue a proclamation designating February 24–March 2, 2025 as Eating Disorders Awareness Week in New York State. The resolution expresses the Legislature’s support for raising public awareness about eating disorders, promoting education, and reducing stigma associated with these conditions.

Key Provisions

  • The resolution requests the Governor to issue a formal proclamation recognizing Eating Disorders Awareness Week for the specified dates in 2025.
  • As a memorializing resolution, it does not create new laws, authorize spending, or establish state programs. It serves as a formal expression of legislative sentiment and a call to action for the executive branch to issue the proclamation.
  • The designated dates align with National or widely observed Eating Disorders Awareness Week timing, adapted for the New York State calendar.

Affected Parties and Impact

  • Primary Beneficiaries: Individuals affected by eating disorders, advocates, health professionals, and organizations focusing on eating disorder education and awareness in New York State.
  • State Government: While the resolution itself does not change statutes or funding, it requests the Governor to issue a proclamation, which can aid visibility and public education efforts during the proclaimed week.
  • Public Impact: Heightened awareness, potential increased attention to resources, screening, and education about eating disorders among the general public, schools, healthcare providers, and community groups.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduction Date: February 24, 2025
  • Referral: Referred to Calendar on February 24, 2025
  • Adoption: Adopted on February 25, 2025 (noted twice in the record)
  • As a non-binding proclamation request, the effective action depends on the Governor’s issuance of a proclamation following the resolution.

Fiscal and Legal Notes

  • The resolution does not authorize appropriations or create enforceable new duties. It is a ceremonial, symbolic measure intended to encourage statewide recognition and advocacy.

If you’d like, I can add a brief context on Eating Disorders Awareness Week and how proclamations like this are typically used to support public health messaging.

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

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