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Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim September 2025, as Dystonia Awareness Month in the State of New York

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Dean Murray

Summary of J 238: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim September 2025 as Dystonia Awareness Month in the State of New York Overview- Bill Number: J 238 - Title: Memoria

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Bill Summary · J 238

Summary of J 238: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim September 2025 as Dystonia Awareness Month in the State of New York

Overview

  • Bill Number: J 238
  • Title: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim September 2025, as Dystonia Awareness Month in the State of New York
  • Type: Resolution (memorializing in nature)
  • Status: ADOPTED
  • Introduced: January 16, 2025
  • Classification: Resolution
  • Sponsor (primary): Dean Murray

Purpose and Intent

  • The bill is a ceremonial resolution aimed at urging the Governor to issue a proclamation designating September 2025 as Dystonia Awareness Month in New York State.
  • As a memorializing resolution, its primary purpose is to recognize and promote public awareness, education, and visibility for dystonia and related advocacy efforts.

Key Provisions

  • The core provision requests that Governor Kathy Hochul proclaim September 2025 as Dystonia Awareness Month in New York.
  • The resolution may encourage public observance, education, and activities by state agencies, schools, organizations, and the public to raise awareness about dystonia.
  • There are no mandated expenditures, no new state programs, and no binding statutory changes. It is strictly ceremonial and symbolic.

Affected Parties and Potential Impact

  • Governor’s Office: Expected to consider and issue a proclamation if the request is granted.
  • Dystonia community and advocacy groups: Benefit from formal recognition that can enhance awareness, outreach, and fundraising efforts.
  • General public and state entities (schools, organizations): May participate in events or awareness activities during September if they choose.
  • State policy and budgeting: No financial impact or new obligations are created by this resolution.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduced: January 16, 2025; Referred to Finance (a standard step for certain resolutions, though no fiscal implications are anticipated).
  • January 22, 2025: Reported to calendar for consideration and adopted (indicating passage through the chamber(s)).
  • The actions listed suggest the bill moved through the normal resolution process and was adopted on January 22, 2025.

Sponsor

  • Primary Sponsor: Senator Dean Murray

Notes

  • This measure does not create or modify any law or funding program. Its effect is to urge the Governor to issue a proclamation recognizing Dystonia Awareness Month, thereby promoting awareness and support for individuals affected by dystonia. If the Governor issues a proclamation, September 2025 would be formally recognized within New York State.

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

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