Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim August 2026, as Children's Eye Health and Safety Awareness Month in the State of New York

This bill asks the Governor of New York to officially designate August 2026 as Children's Eye Health and Safety Awareness Month. The resolution aims to raise public awareness about eye conditions, specifically highlighting anterior uveitis, which can lead to vision loss if not treated. By establishing this awareness month, the legislature intends to encourage families to seek regular eye checkups and learn about symptoms like blurred vision and light sensitivity. The bill is a commemorative action that does not create new laws or funding but serves to focus attention on pediatric eye health.