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J 105

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim June 1-7, 2025, as Hidradenitis Suppurativa Awareness Week in the State of New York

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Roxanne Persaud

Calls for the Governor to proclaim June 1-7, 2025 as Hidradenitis Suppurativa Awareness Week in New York.

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Bill Summary · J 105

Summary: J 105 – Memorializing Governor Hochul to proclaim June 1-7, 2025 as Hidradenitis Suppurativa Awareness Week (New York)

  • Bill Type/Number: Joint Memorial (J 105)
  • Title: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim June 1-7, 2025, as Hidradenitis Suppurativa Awareness Week in the State of New York
  • Status: ADOPTED
  • Introduced: January 9, 2025
  • Primary Sponsor: Roxanne J. Persaud
  • Classification: Resolution

Purpose and Intent

J 105 is a memorial resolution directing the Governor to issue a proclamation designating June 1-7, 2025 as Hidradenitis Suppurativa Awareness Week in New York. The bill serves a ceremonial/observance function, aiming to raise statewide public awareness about hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) and to encourage recognition and education by communities, healthcare providers, and organizations.

Key Provisions

  • The resolution memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim June 1–7, 2025, as Hidradenitis Suppurativa Awareness Week in New York.
  • It does not authorize spending, create new programs, or mandate specific actions by state agencies or local governments.
  • The proclamation, if issued, would be a ceremonial acknowledgment and a platform for HS awareness efforts during the designated week.

Affected Parties and Impact

  • Governor’s Office: Responsible for issuing the proposed proclamation if the memorial is accepted.
  • New York residents and HS community: Potentially benefit from increased public awareness, education, and opportunities to participate in awareness events.
  • Healthcare and advocacy organizations: May align activities, campaigns, and outreach with the designated week.
  • State public awareness landscape: The proclamation could catalyze observances, presentations, and educational campaigns at schools, workplaces, and communities.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduction: January 9, 2025
  • Committee Action: Referred to Finance (as part of the legislative process)
  • Calendar/Consideration: Reported to calendar for consideration (January 14, 2025)
  • Adoption: Also listed as adopted on January 14, 2025
  • Next Step: If adopted, transmitted to the Governor for signature or veto; a proclamation would follow as a separate executive action.

Background Context

  • Hidradenitis suppurativa is a chronic skin condition known for painful nodules and recurrent infections. Awareness weeks commonly serve to promote education, early diagnosis, patient support, and community resources.

Sponsor

  • Primary Sponsor: Roxanne J. Persaud

Notes

  • This is a symbolic, non-funding measure intended to secure a gubernatorial proclamation recognizing HS awareness. The practical impact depends on the Governor’s contemporaneous issuance of the proclamation and subsequent public observance activities.

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

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