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K 515

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 2025, as Maternal Depression Awareness Month in the State of New York

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Michaelle Solages

Urges NY Governor to proclaim May 2025 as Maternal Depression Awareness Month to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and promote screening and access to resources for mothers.

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Bill Summary · K 515

Summary of Bill K 515: Memorializing Governor Hochul to proclaim May 2025 as Maternal Depression Awareness Month (New York)

Overview

Bill K 515 is a memorializing resolution in the New York Legislature. Introduced on May 14, 2025 by primary sponsor Michaelle C. Solages, the measure urges Governor Kathy Hochul to issue a proclamation designating May 2025 as Maternal Depression Awareness Month in New York. The resolution has been adopted by the Legislature.

Purpose and Intent

  • The primary aim is to recognize maternal depression as an important public health issue and to raise public awareness about its impact on mothers, families, and communities.
  • It seeks an official proclamation from the Governor designating a specific month (May 2025) to promote awareness, education, and supportive resources related to maternal depression.

Key Provisions

  • The resolution memorializes the Governor to proclaim May 2025 as Maternal Depression Awareness Month in the State of New York.
  • As a memorializing resolution, it does not impose new laws, create mandates, or authorize funding. Its effect is primarily to publicly acknowledge the issue and to urge governmental action through proclamation.
  • It may reference endorsing education, screening, and access to resources for maternal mental health, though any specifics would be in the Governor’s proclamation or accompanying statements rather than in the statute itself.

Impact and Beneficiaries

  • Affected or targeted audiences include:
    • Mothers experiencing maternal depression and their families
    • Healthcare providers, social service organizations, and advocacy groups focused on maternal mental health
    • State health agencies and community organizations engaged in awareness campaigns
  • The measure aims to amplify awareness, reduce stigma, and encourage utilization of screening and supportive resources during the designated month.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduced: May 14, 2025
  • Legislative actions:
    • May 14, 2025: Referred to Calendar
    • May 15, 2025: Adopted (listed twice in the record, likely indicating passage in the respective chambers)
  • Status: Adopted
  • Classification: Resolution (non-binding). It seeks a gubernatorial proclamation rather than create or alter statutory requirements.

Sponsor

  • Primary sponsor: Michaelle C. Solages

Notes

  • As a resolution, the bill does not change the law or require state funding; its value lies in formal legislative support and a formal request to the Governor to issue a proclamation that May 2025 be Maternal Depression Awareness Month.

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

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