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Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim November 8, 2025, as Lung Cancer Screening Awareness Day in the State of New York

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Linda Rosenthal

Requests the Governor issue a proclamation designating November 8, 2025 as Lung Cancer Screening Awareness Day to promote awareness and education.

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Bill Summary · K 700

Summary of Bill K 700: Memorializing Governor Hochul to Proclaim November 8, 2025 as Lung Cancer Screening Awareness Day (New York)

Quick overview

  • Bill number and type: K 700, a memorializing resolution
  • Title/purpose: Memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim November 8, 2025, as Lung Cancer Screening Awareness Day in New York
  • Sponsor: Linda Rosenthal (primary)
  • Status: Adopted
  • Introduced: June 5, 2025
  • Current action: The Legislature adopted the resolution on June 6, 2025; copies sent to the Governor for signature/proclamation

Purpose and intent

The bill seeks to recognize and elevate public awareness of lung cancer screening. By memorializing the Governor to issue a proclamation designating November 8, 2025 as Lung Cancer Screening Awareness Day, the Legislature aims to highlight the importance of screening, early detection, and education about lung cancer prevention and screening guidelines within the State of New York.

Key provisions and changes

  • Proclamation request: The resolution asks the Governor to proclaim November 8, 2025, as Lung Cancer Screening Awareness Day.
  • Scope: Ceremonial/statewide observance intended to promote awareness and public health education related to lung cancer screening.
  • Nature of instrument: Non-binding and ceremonial; does not create new legal requirements, funding, or regulatory changes.
  • Date specified: November 8, 2025, as the designated day for awareness.

Affected parties and potential impact

  • Public health and healthcare providers: May see increased emphasis on outreach and education regarding lung cancer screening guidelines.
  • General public, at-risk populations, and patients: Could benefit from heightened awareness and information about screening options and early detection.
  • State government: Receives a ceremonial directive to issue a proclamation recognizing the day; no new programs or mandates are created by the resolution itself.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Introduction: June 5, 2025
  • Referral: Referred to Calendar (two entries listed)
  • Adoption: Adopted by the Legislature on June 6, 2025 (listed twice in the actions)
  • Next step: Governor’s signature or veto; once signed, November 8, 2025 becomes Lung Cancer Screening Awareness Day in New York

Additional notes

  • The bill is a memorializing resolution, not a statute. It does not impose duties, authorize spending, regulate behavior, or create penalties. Its primary function is ceremonial acknowledgment and a request to the Governor to issue a proclamation recognizing a day devoted to awareness of lung cancer screening.

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

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