Sen. Roxanne Persaud

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic Senate resolution (S 1382) requesting Governor Hochul to declare May 11-17, 2026, as "Period Poverty Awareness Week" in New York. It does not create new laws or allocate funding but aims to raise public awareness about period poverty - the inability to afford menstrual products, which affects roughly 1 in 4 women and girls and can lead to missed school or work. The resolution cites statistics on how period poverty impacts health, education, and economic opportunities for menstruators. As a procedural measure, it has no direct policy impact beyond encouraging awareness.

Maddy summaryThis resolution memorializes Governor Hochul to proclaim March 2-6, 2026, as School Breakfast Week in New York State. It aims to raise public awareness about the importance of school breakfast programs, which serve over 152 million meals annually to support student nutrition and academic success. The resolution highlights that 19% of New York children face food insecurity and emphasizes how breakfast programs improve learning outcomes, with over 1,200 schools participating in New York's Breakfast After the Bell initiative. As a commemorative resolution, it does not create new policy but encourages continued support for existing school breakfast access.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (J 1372) requests Governor Hochul to officially declare 8:30-9:30 PM on March 28, 2026, as "Earth Hour" across New York State. It asks the Governor to encourage residents, businesses, and landmarks to turn off non-essential lights for one hour, aligning with the global Earth Hour initiative started by the WWF in 2007. The resolution aims to raise public awareness about environmental protection and climate action, without creating new laws or requirements. It directly affects all New Yorkers through the Governor's symbolic proclamation, not through binding policy changes.

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic resolution (not a bill) urging Governor Hochul to issue a proclamation designating June 1-7, 2026, as Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) Awareness Week in New York. It does not create new laws or allocate funding, but formally recognizes HS - a chronic skin condition affecting an estimated 20,000 New Yorkers - as a public health concern requiring greater awareness. The resolution highlights the disease's impact (including delayed diagnosis and disproportionate effects on women and people of color) and aligns with national awareness efforts. Its purpose is to support community connection and advocacy for those living with HS, not to implement policy changes.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (S.1384) requests Governor Hochul to officially proclaim May 21, 2026, as Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) in New York State. It aims to raise public awareness about digital accessibility for people with disabilities, particularly in video gaming, where accessibility barriers affect millions. The resolution is symbolic - no new laws or funding are created - and directly affects New Yorkers, especially disabled gamers and communities advocating for inclusive digital experiences. It aligns with GAAD's global mission to promote inclusive design in technology.

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic Senate Resolution (J 1398) that formally recognizes April 29, 2026, as "World Wish Day" in New York State. It honors Make-A-Wish International's work in granting wishes to children with life-threatening medical conditions, referencing the organization's founding anniversary (April 29, 1980). The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes - it serves only as a ceremonial acknowledgment of Make-A-Wish's global impact and volunteers. It does not impose obligations or affect any specific group or policy.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (J 1410) memorializes Governor Hochul to officially proclaim March 25, 2026, as Vietnam Veterans Day in New York State, aligning with National Vietnam Veterans Day. It does not create new laws or funding but formally recognizes the service of New York veterans who served during the Vietnam War era (1962-1975). The resolution encourages New Yorkers to observe the day with ceremonies honoring these veterans' contributions and supporting their reintegration into civilian life. It is a symbolic gesture of appreciation, not a policy change affecting specific groups or programs.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (J 1445) requests Governor Hochul to officially proclaim June 7, 2026, as Cancer Survivors Day across New York State. It is a ceremonial resolution, not a law, and does not impose new requirements or affect any specific group. The resolution honors cancer survivors, acknowledges the disease's broad impact, and encourages public recognition of survivors' journeys. It serves as a formal invitation to the Governor to issue the proclamation, with no direct policy changes or obligations.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution requests Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 28, 2026, as World Hunger Day in New York State. It aims to raise public awareness about food insecurity, which affects over 2.6 million New Yorkers (including one in five children) according to Feeding America data. The resolution does not create new laws or funding but encourages state recognition of hunger as a critical issue and supports existing efforts by food pantries and shelters.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (J 1378), not a substantive bill. It requests Governor Hochul to officially designate May 1, 2026, as "School Principals' Day" in New York State, aligning with National School Principals' Day. The resolution honors school principals for their dedication to education and recognizes their role in student success and school communities. It has no binding effect and serves solely as a symbolic gesture of appreciation.