Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim January 2025 as Substance Use Disorder Treatment Month in the State of New York

This Senate Resolution (J 246) requests Governor Hochul to officially designate January 2025 as "Substance Use Disorder Treatment Month" in New York State. It aims to raise public awareness about available treatment resources for individuals struggling with substance use disorders, aligning with the federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) focus for that month. The resolution is symbolic - it does not create new laws or funding but encourages the Governor to issue a proclamation highlighting treatment accessibility and reducing stigma. It directly supports individuals seeking treatment, their families, and healthcare providers by promoting existing SAMHSA resources.