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J 925

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 2025, as Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month in the State of New York

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Kevin Parker and 1 co-sponsor

Urges Gov. Hochul to proclaim May 2025 as Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month in New York, to boost public awareness, education, and outreach.

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Bill Summary · J 925

J 925 – Memorializing Governor Hochul to proclaim May 2025 as Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month (New York)

Overview

  • Type: Joint Memorial resolution
  • Status: ADOPTED
  • Introduced: May 2, 2025
  • Legislative actions: Referred to Finance (May 2, 2025); reported to calendar for consideration (May 6, 2025); adopted (May 6, 2025)
  • Sponsors: Gustavo Rivera (primary), Kevin S. Parker (cosponsor)

Purpose and Intent

J 925 expresses the Legislature’s desire that Governor Kathy Hochul issue a proclamation declaring May 2025 as Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month in the State of New York. As a memorial, the bill seeks to designate a period for statewide recognition and public health education related to asthma and allergic conditions.

Key Provisions

  • Formal memorial urging proclamation: The measure requests, rather than mandates, that the Governor issue a proclamation recognizing May 2025 as Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month.
  • Ceremonial/recognition intent: The resolution signals legislative support for awareness, education, and outreach efforts concerning asthma and allergies.

Affected Parties

  • Individuals with asthma and allergies and their families
  • Healthcare providers, patient advocacy groups, and public health organizations
  • General public in New York State
  • State agencies involved in health communication and awareness campaigns

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • The resolution was introduced on May 2, 2025 and quickly advanced through the legislative process.
  • It was referred to the Finance committee (a standard step for many measures) on May 2, 2025.
  • The bill was reported to the calendar for consideration and subsequently adopted on May 6, 2025.
  • Following adoption, the resolution would typically be transmitted to the Governor for a proclamation, which is customary for memorials of this type.

Fiscal and Policy Implications

  • No substantive policy changes or new appropriations are defined in the bill itself.
  • As a memorial resolution, it does not create enforceable duties or mandates, nor does it authorize spending.
  • The primary impact is ceremonial: encouraging public acknowledgement and potential public health messaging during May 2025.

Next Steps and Practical Impact

  • If the Governor issues a proclamation, May 2025 would be officially recognized statewide as Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month.
  • The resolution may prompt health departments, schools, and community organizations to host awareness events, educational campaigns, and outreach related to asthma and allergy management.

Notes

  • This summary reflects the bill’s stated purpose and procedural history as a memorial resolution.

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

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