Bill > K00288

This resolution recognizes March 31, 2025, as COVID Survivors Day, commemorating the significant impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in New York State. The resolution highlights the devastating toll of the pandemic, which resulted in over 79,000 deaths and 6.7 million confirmed cases in the state, and acknowledges the ongoing challenges faced by COVID-19 survivors, including those suffering from long-term complications and Long COVID. It pays tribute to healthcare workers, first responders, and essential workers who risked their lives during the crisis and emphasizes the importance of recognizing survivors to foster understanding, support continued medical research, and ensure adequate healthcare access. The resolution aims to honor the resilience of individuals and families affected by the pandemic, remember those who were lost, and reaffirm a collective commitment to building a more prepared and compassionate society in the aftermath of this global health crisis.

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/K288