Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim September 26, 2026, as Law Enforcement Suicide Awareness Day in the State of New York

This bill asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially designate September 26, 2026, as Law Enforcement Suicide Awareness Day in New York. The resolution aims to raise awareness about suicide within the law enforcement community and reduce the stigma surrounding mental health issues among officers. It highlights statistics showing that more officers die by suicide than are killed in the line of duty and notes that large agencies account for a significant portion of these deaths. The measure is a symbolic gesture intended to honor officers lost to suicide and encourage help-seeking behavior, rather than implementing new laws or funding.