Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim April 2026, as Organ and Tissue Donor Awareness Month in the State of New York
This bill directs the Governor of New York to officially designate April 2026 as Organ and Tissue Donor Awareness Month in the state. The resolution aims to raise public awareness about organ and tissue donation and to encourage New Yorkers to register with the New York State Donate Life Registry. It formally recognizes the importance of donation in saving lives and thanks medical professionals, advocates, and donors for their contributions. The measure does not change laws or funding but serves as a symbolic proclamation to highlight the ongoing need for organ and tissue donors.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2026
Committee Review
Mar 2026
Assembly Passage
Apr 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Mar 27, 2026
Last action Apr 1, 2026
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the Assembly by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
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Total actions
2
Key actions
1
Committee
1
Apr 1, 2026
Lower · Passed
ADOPTED
lower
Mar 27, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO CALENDAR
lower
1 primary · 1 co-sponsor
Sponsors
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