Sen. Roxanne Persaud

Maddy summarySenate Resolution J 97 requests Governor Kathy Hochul to designate April 21-25, 2025, as "Every Kid Healthy Week" in New York State. The resolution memorializes this observance to align with National Every Kid Healthy Week and highlight efforts to combat childhood obesity through improved nutrition and physical activity in schools. It does not create new laws or policies but asks the Governor to publicly recognize this week to promote school wellness initiatives. The resolution directly affects New York's schools, families, and health organizations participating in the national Every Kid Healthy Week campaign.

Maddy summaryThis resolution requests Governor Hochul to officially declare June 1-7, 2025, as Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) Awareness Week in New York State. It directly affects New Yorkers living with HS - a chronic skin condition impacting an estimated 20,000 in the state - and supports advocacy groups like the Hidradenitis Suppurativa Coalition. The resolution serves as a symbolic gesture to increase public and medical awareness of HS, which often leads to delayed diagnosis and treatment. It does not create new laws or funding but encourages community connection and support for those affected.

Maddy summaryThis ceremonial Senate Resolution (J 101) formally recognizes April 29, 2025, as "World Wish Day" in New York State. It commemorates the founding of Make-A-Wish International - the global organization that grants wishes to children with life-threatening medical conditions - and honors the volunteers and supporters behind its work. The resolution has been adopted by the Senate, directing that a copy be transmitted to Make-A-Wish International as a symbolic gesture of recognition.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution requests Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim February 28, 2025, as Rare Disease Day in New York State. It aims to raise public awareness of rare diseases, which affect approximately 1 in 10 New Yorkers, and aligns with the national observance of Rare Disease Day to highlight ongoing efforts in diagnosis, research, and treatment support. The resolution does not create new laws but serves as a symbolic gesture to encourage broader recognition of these conditions.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution J 103 requests Governor Kathy Hochul to officially designate May 2025 as Mental Health Awareness Month in New York State. This ceremonial resolution does not create new laws or funding but formally asks the Governor to recognize the month-long awareness effort. It aligns with national Mental Health Awareness Month, which focuses on how environments impact mental wellness. The resolution serves as a symbolic legislative gesture to support mental health advocacy.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (J 71) requests Governor Hochul to officially designate May 2025 as "Wildfire Safety Awareness Month" in New York State. It aims to increase public awareness about wildfire prevention and preparedness, aligning with National Wildfire Awareness Month. The resolution does not create new laws or requirements; it is a symbolic request to the governor to issue a proclamation encouraging New Yorkers to adopt safety practices like using fire-resistant materials and following safe fire-handling protocols. All New Yorkers are the indirect audience for this awareness effort.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution asking Governor Hochul to officially declare November 14, 2025, as "World Diabetes Day" in New York State. It does not create new laws or allocate funds; instead, it requests the Governor issue a proclamation to raise public awareness about diabetes. The resolution highlights World Diabetes Day's purpose - spreading awareness of diabetes prevention and management - without making any policy changes. It directly affects the Governor's office (as the recipient of the request) and aims to encourage broader community engagement with diabetes awareness.

Maddy summaryThis resolution memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim April 2025 as Sarcoidosis Awareness Month in New York State. It serves as a symbolic gesture to raise public awareness about sarcoidosis, an inflammatory disease that commonly affects the lungs and can cause symptoms like coughing, shortness of breath, and fatigue. The resolution does not create new laws or alter existing policies - it simply requests the Governor issue a proclamation to highlight the condition and encourage early detection and support for affected individuals.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (J 121) requests Governor Hochul to officially designate April 2025 as Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month in New York. It does not create new laws or policies but aims to raise public awareness about esophageal cancer, its link to untreated GERD, and the importance of early detection. The resolution cites statistics on esophageal cancer diagnoses and deaths to emphasize the need for greater attention to the disease. As a procedural measure, it directly affects public awareness efforts in New York through the Governor’s proclamation.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution requests Governor Hochul to proclaim September 2025 as Alopecia Areata Awareness Month in New York. It aims to raise public awareness about Alopecia Areata, a condition causing hair loss that affects millions in the U.S., aligning with National Alopecia Areata Awareness Month. The resolution does not create new laws but formally asks the Governor to issue a proclamation supporting education and reducing stigma around the condition.