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Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 2025 as Williams Syndrome Awareness Month in the State of New York

2025 Regular Session Introduced by MaryJane Shimsky

Memorializing resolution urges Gov Hochul to proclaim May 2025 as Williams Syndrome Awareness Month in New York; a symbolic, nonfunding effort to raise awareness.

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Bill Summary · K 498

Summary of Bill K 498 — Memorializing Governor to Proclaim Williams Syndrome Awareness Month

Overview

  • Bill Number: K 498
  • Title: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 2025 as Williams Syndrome Awareness Month in the State of New York
  • Status: ADOPTED
  • Type: Resolution (not a statute)
  • Introduced: May 13, 2025
  • Sponsor (primary): MaryJane Shimsky

This resolution requests the Governor to issue a proclamation designating May 2025 as Williams Syndrome Awareness Month in New York State. It is a symbolic, non-funding measure intended to raise public awareness and recognize the experiences of individuals with Williams syndrome and their families.

Purpose and Intent

  • To formally urge the Governor to proclaim May 2025 as Williams Syndrome Awareness Month in New York.
  • To promote public awareness, education, and understanding of Williams syndrome within the state.
  • To honor and support individuals with Williams syndrome, their families, and the organizations serving them.

Key Provisions

  • The core directive is a memorialization of the Governor to issue a proclamation recognizing Williams Syndrome Awareness Month.
  • Does not create or modify any state laws, programs, or funding allocations.
  • Serves as a ceremonial and commemorative measure intended to encourage statewide awareness activities during May 2025.

Affected Parties and Impact

  • Directly affected: Individuals and families affected by Williams syndrome, advocacy groups, healthcare providers, educators, and community organizations that engage in awareness and support activities.
  • Indirect impact: Increased public awareness, potential engagement with educational and healthcare outreach, and alignment with broader health-awareness efforts during May.
  • Funding/implementation: No new funding or statutory obligations are created by this resolution.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • May 13, 2025: Referred to calendar (initial procedural step).
  • May 14, 2025: Adopted (legislative action completed and transmitted for Governor’s consideration).
  • The measure, once adopted, would be transmitted to Governor Hochul for issuance of a proclamation. The proclamation would formally designate May 2025 as Williams Syndrome Awareness Month in New York.

Legislative History and Sponsorship

  • Sponsor: MaryJane Shimsky (primary).
  • The bill’s status as of adoption shows it has passed the legislative chambers as a resolution.

Notes

  • As a Memorializing Resolution, this bill does not alter statutes or create state programs; its effectiveness depends on the Governor’s issuance of a proclamation recognizing Williams Syndrome Awareness Month.
  • The resolution aligns with broader public health and disability-awareness advocacy by highlighting Williams syndrome within New York.

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

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