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Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim March 2025, as Autoimmune Awareness Month in the State of New York

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Jim Tedisco

Requests the Governor to proclaim March 2025 as Autoimmune Awareness Month in New York to boost public education and resources for autoimmune conditions.

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Bill Summary · J 425

Summary of Bill J 425: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim March 2025 as Autoimmune Awareness Month in the State of New York

Overview

  • Type: Resolution (memorializing measure)
  • Title: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim March 2025, as Autoimmune Awareness Month in the State of New York
  • Status: ADOPTED
  • Introduced: February 26, 2025
  • Primary Sponsor: James Tedisco
  • Legislative Actions:
    • 2025-02-26: Refered to Finance
    • 2025-03-04: Reported to Calendar for Consideration
    • 2025-03-04: Adopted
  • Classification context: As a memorializing resolution, this bill requests the Governor to issue a proclamation rather than creating new statutory requirements or funding.

Purpose and Intent

The bill seeks to recognize the importance of autoimmune diseases and to raise public awareness within New York. By memorializing the Governor to proclaim March 2025 as Autoimmune Awareness Month, the measure aims to encourage education, outreach, and advocacy related to autoimmune conditions and to highlight resources for affected individuals and communities.

Key Provisions

  • Memorialization Request: The resolution respectfully requests Governor Kathy Hochul to issue a proclamation designating March 2025 as Autoimmune Awareness Month in New York.
  • Public Awareness Goals (implied): It signals support for efforts to educate the public, schools, health systems, and community organizations about autoimmune diseases, symptom recognition, early detection, and available support resources.
  • Non-Binding Nature: As a memorializing resolution, it does not create new laws, funding, or regulatory obligations; it serves as an expression of the Legislature’s intent and encouragement.

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • Primary: Governor’s office (recipient of the proclamation request)
  • Affected communities: Individuals and groups affected by autoimmune diseases, autoimmune advocacy organizations, health care providers, schools, and public health stakeholders
  • Broader public: Audiences across New York state who may benefit from heightened awareness, education, and opportunities for engagement during Autoimmune Awareness Month

Procedural and Timeline Context

  • Introduction: February 26, 2025
  • Committee/Review: Referred to Finance (standard step for memorials)
  • Floor Action: Reported to Calendar for Consideration; subsequently adopted on March 4, 2025
  • Next Step: Transmittal to the Governor for proclamation (typical formality following adoption of a memorializing resolution)

Notes on Purpose and Impact

  • The resolution is ceremonial and non-funding in nature.
  • Adoption signals legislative unity in recognizing autoimmune awareness and encourages official proclamation by the state executive.
  • While not legally enforceable, it can influence public messaging, events, and partnerships aimed at improving awareness and support for individuals with autoimmune conditions.

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

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