J 1577 New York Senate · 2025 Regular Session

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim November 2026, as Healthy Skin Month in the State of New York

This Senate Resolution (S 1577) memorializes Governor Hochul to officially proclaim November 2026 as "Healthy Skin Month" in New York State. It aims to raise public awareness about skin health, emphasizing skin cancer prevention, proper sunscreen use, and regular skin checks - especially noting that skin cancer risks and mortality affect people with darker skin tones. The resolution does not create new laws or regulations but seeks to align New York's observance with National Healthy Skin Month, encouraging statewide health education efforts.
Bill status passed 3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
Feb 2026
Senate Passage
Feb 2026
Governor
Introduced Feb 6, 2026 Last action Feb 10, 2026
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Feb 10, 2026
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Feb 6, 2026
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