Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim March 2025, as Brain Injury Awareness Month in the State of New York
This Senate Resolution (J 239) is a symbolic request asking Governor Kathy Hochul to officially designate March 2025 as "Brain Injury Awareness Month" in New York State. It does not create new laws or programs but urges the Governor to recognize the issue through a formal proclamation. The resolution highlights the prevalence of brain injuries in New York (over 500 daily) and aims to promote public education and reduce stigma around brain injury. It directly affects the Governor's office and the public by encouraging awareness efforts during the designated month.
Bill status
passed
3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
Committee Review
Jan 2025
Senate Passage
Jan 2025
Governor
Introduced Jan 16, 2025
Last action Jan 22, 2025
Floor votes
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This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history
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Total actions
3
Key actions
1
Committee
1
Jan 22, 2025
Upper · Passed
ADOPTED
upper
Jan 16, 2025
Committee
REFERRED TO FINANCE
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Dean Murray
RRepublican/Conservative
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