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This resolution memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim February 14, 2025, as Donor Day in New York State, drawing attention to the critical need for organ, tissue, marrow, platelet, and blood donations. The resolution highlights the significant challenges in organ donation, noting that over 9,000 New Yorkers are on waiting lists and more than 400 died last year due to organ unavailability. It emphasizes the substantial impact of a single donor, who can potentially save up to eight lives through organ donation and improve 12 or more lives through tissue donation. The resolution, which aligns with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Donor Day (started in 1998), aims to raise public awareness about donation, recognizing that approximately 40% of organ and tissue donations come from living donors. By requesting the Governor to officially proclaim this day, the resolution seeks to promote educational initiatives and increase donation awareness at local, state, and national levels, ultimately encouraging more New Yorkers to consider becoming donors and potentially saving numerous lives.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/J124