J 2280 New York Senate · 2025 Regular Session

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim September 10, 2026, as Suicide Prevention Day in the State of New York

This bill asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially declare September 6-12, 2026, as Suicide Prevention Week in New York. The resolution aims to raise public awareness about suicide prevention, reduce stigma around mental health, and encourage people to seek help. It aligns with the global World Suicide Prevention Day observed on September 10 and does not create new laws or require funding. The measure is symbolic and does not impose any legal obligations on individuals or organizations.
Bill status passed 3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
May 2026
Committee Review
May 2026
Senate Passage
Jun 2026
Governor
Introduced May 29, 2026 Last action Jun 4, 2026
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This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
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Actions timeline

Total actions
5
Key actions
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Committee
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Jun 4, 2026
Upper · Passed
ADOPTED
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Jun 2, 2026
Upper · Passed
ADOPTED
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May 29, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO FINANCE
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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

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Dean Murray
RRepublican/Conservative
NY
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