Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim November 14, 2025, as World Diabetes Day in the State of New York

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Roxanne Persaud

Requests the Governor to proclaim Nov 14, 2025 as World Diabetes Day in NY; ceremonial, aims to raise awareness and align state efforts with global diabetes initiatives.

ADOPTED

Summary of Bill J 72: Memorializing Governor Hochul to proclaim November 14, 2025, as World Diabetes Day in the State of New York

Purpose and Intent

J 72 is a joint (memorial) resolution designed to memorialize Governor Kathy Hochul to issue a proclamation declaring November 14, 2025, as World Diabetes Day in the State of New York.

The measure is non-binding and ceremonial, intended to raise awareness about diabetes and to encourage state recognition and related public-health messaging on the specified date.

Key Provisions

Request to Governor: The resolution formally requests the Governor to proclaim November 14, 2025, as World Diabetes Day within New York.

Scope: The proclamation would be a state-designated observance, aligning New York with the international World Diabetes Day activities led by diabetes organizations and the World Health Organization.

No new state mandates or appropriations: As a memorial resolution, the bill does not create new laws or authorize spending. Its effect is primarily symbolic and awareness-raising.

Who/What Is Affected

Governor and New York State: The primary action is directed at the Governor to issue a proclamation.

Public Health Community and Residents: The resolution highlights diabetes awareness, education, prevention, and management, potentially guiding state-focused events, campaigns, or partner activities on or around World Diabetes Day.

Stakeholders include individuals living with diabetes, caregivers, healthcare providers, public health agencies, and diabetes advocacy organizations.

Procedural and Timeline Details

Introduction: January 9, 2025.

Legislative Action: The bill’s actions indicate it was referred to the Finance committee on January 9, 2025.

Adoption: The resolution was reported to the calendar for consideration and subsequently adopted on January 14, 2025.

Status: Adopted. The resolution has been approved by the legislature and sent forward for the Governor’s potential proclamation.

Sponsor: Roxanne J. Persaud (primary).

Potential Impact and Rationale

Awareness and Education: By encouraging a statewide proclamation, the bill seeks to spotlight diabetes, promote awareness campaigns, and support prevention and management efforts across New York.

Public Health Alignment: The resolution aligns state observances with international World Diabetes Day activities, potentially enabling coordinated events, local proclamations by municipalities, and collaboration with healthcare and advocacy groups.

Fiscal Considerations: No direct appropriations or new statutory requirements are created; ceremonial proclamations typically carry no mandatory costs, though local events may incur incidental expenses if pursued.

Notes

This is a non-binding ceremonial measure. It does not create new programs or funding, but it signals legislative support for recognizing World Diabetes Day in New York.