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K 417

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim July 2025, as Juvenile Arthritis Month in the State of New York

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Ed Ra

Requests Gov. Hochul issue a proclamation designating July 2025 as Juvenile Arthritis Month in New York to raise awareness; ceremonial, no new costs.

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Bill Summary · K 417

Summary of Bill K 417: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim July 2025 as Juvenile Arthritis Month in the State of New York

A ceremonial resolution urging the Governor to proclaim July 2025 as Juvenile Arthritis Month in New York. The measure is adopted as a non-binding acknowledgment intended to raise awareness and support for youth with juvenile arthritis and their families.

Purpose and Intent

  • The primary goal is to memorialize Governor Kathy Hochul to issue a proclamation declaring July 2025 as Juvenile Arthritis Month in New York.
  • As a memorializing resolution, the bill’s impact is largely symbolic, aimed at promoting public awareness, education, and support for affected children and their communities.

Key Provisions

  • Requests the Governor to issue a formal proclamation designating July 2025 as Juvenile Arthritis Month in New York.
  • Signals the Legislature’s intent to highlight juvenile arthritis issues, disseminate information, and encourage awareness activities during the designated month.
  • The text does not create new statutory requirements or authorize new spending; it serves as a ceremonial statement of support.

Affected Parties and Stakeholders

  • Youth diagnosed with juvenile arthritis and their families.
  • Healthcare professionals, hospitals, clinics, and patient advocacy groups focusing on juvenile arthritis.
  • Public health and education communities, as well as the general public in New York, which may participate in awareness activities.

Procedural History and Timeline

  • Introduced: May 2, 2025.
  • Referred to Calendar: May 2, 2025.
  • Adopted: May 5, 2025 (the bill shows adoption on this date in the legislative record, indicating passage by the Legislature as a memorializing resolution).
  • Sponsor: Edward Ra (primary sponsor).

Status and Next Steps

  • Status: ADOPTED. This indicates the Legislature has approved the resolution and is requesting the Governor to issue the proclamation.
  • Next step for the bill’s functional impact: The Governor would, at their discretion, issue a proclamation designating July 2025 as Juvenile Arthritis Month. If the Governor issues the proclamation, it would publicly acknowledge the month and may catalyze awareness activities.

Impact and Considerations

  • Fiscal impact: Likely none, as the measure is ceremonial and does not authorize spending or new regulatory requirements.
  • Public impact: Increased visibility for juvenile arthritis issues, potential collaboration with health and advocacy organizations, and encouragement for communities to participate in awareness events during July 2025.

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

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