Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim February 2-8, 2025, as Burn Awareness Week in the State of New York

Assembly Resolution 97 requests Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim February 2-8, 2025, as Burn Awareness Week in New York State, aligning with National Burn Awareness Week. The resolution highlights statistics on burn injuries - such as 398,000 people receiving medical care for burns in 2021 and children under 15 accounting for one-third of injuries - to emphasize the need for public education on prevention. It specifically promotes home safety measures like testing smoke alarms and securing flammable items to reduce burn risks, particularly for vulnerable groups. This procedural resolution does not create new law but seeks to increase statewide awareness through the Governor’s official proclamation.