Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 11-17, 2025, as Fibromyalgia Awareness Week in the State of New York

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Michaelle Solages

Urges the Governor to proclaim May 11–17, 2025 as Fibromyalgia Awareness Week to raise public awareness and education about fibromyalgia in New York.

ADOPTED

Summary of Bill K 484: Memorializing Governor Hochul to Proclaim May 11-17, 2025 as Fibromyalgia Awareness Week

Purpose and Intent

This is a memorializing resolution that requests the Governor of New York to issue a proclamation designating May 11–17, 2025 as Fibromyalgia Awareness Week in the State of New York.

The primary aim is to raise public awareness about fibromyalgia, its impact on patients and families, and the importance of education and awareness in improving recognition and access to care.

Key Provisions

The resolution formally memorializes (urges) Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 11–17, 2025 as Fibromyalgia Awareness Week in New York.

As a memorializing resolution, it does not create new obligations, authorize funding, or impose regulatory requirements. Its effect is to recognize and promote awareness through the Governor’s proclamation and related public messaging.

Impact and Who Would Be Affected

Affected Parties: Fibromyalgia patients and advocates, healthcare providers, state agencies involved in public health messaging, and the general public.

Practical Impact: Increased visibility and awareness of fibromyalgia, potential alignment with health education campaigns, and encouragement for community and professional outreach during the designated week.

Fiscal/Regulatory Impact: None mandated by the resolution itself; it does not enact programs or appropriations.

Sponsor

Primary Sponsor: Michaelle C. Solages

Status and Legislative History

Status: ADOPTED

Introduced: May 12, 2025

Legislative Actions:

2025-05-12: REFERRED TO CALENDAR (twice reported)
2025-05-13: ADOPTED (twice reported)

This sequence indicates the resolution progressed through the standard chamber referral process and was ultimately adopted by the Legislature.

Timeline and Next Steps

If adopted by both houses, the next step is transmission to Governor Hochul for her signature. Upon signature, the proclamation would publicly designate May 11–17, 2025, as Fibromyalgia Awareness Week in New York.

If the Governor does not issue a proclamation, the resolution’s effect ends with the legislature’s action; there is no further legal obligation.

Notes

The bill is non-binding and ceremonial in nature, serving to acknowledge fibromyalgia and promote awareness rather than alter laws or finance programs.