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NY J00762

NY J00762
Congratulating Ava Walia upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of Donate Life New York State's Junior Ambassador Award, and recognizing her contributions to organ donation awareness


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Introduced
04/07/2025
In Committee
04/29/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
04/29/2025
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
04/29/2025

Introduced Session

2025-2026 General Assembly

Bill Summary

Congratulating Ava Walia upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of Donate Life New York State's Junior Ambassador Award, and recognizing her contributions to organ donation awareness

AI Summary

This resolution congratulates Ava Walia, a young advocate for organ donation, upon receiving the Donate Life New York State's Junior Ambassador Award. The resolution highlights Walia's significant contributions to organ donation awareness, including her personal motivation stemming from a personal loss and her proactive efforts such as writing a book titled "Ava and Grandpa Harjeet's Journey" and drafting the New York Saves Lives Act to expand organ donation accessibility. The resolution notes her multiple pageant titles (Royal International Miss New York Sweetheart of 2023 and National American Miss New York Preteen of 2024), which she uses as platforms to raise awareness about organ donation. It emphasizes the critical importance of organ and tissue transplantation, which can significantly improve or save lives, and recognizes Walia's remarkable dedication to this cause, including receiving a standing ovation from New York State legislators and being honored at the Donate Life New York State's Third Annual Celebration Luncheon. The resolution formally congratulates Walia and directs that a copy of the resolution be transmitted to her.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

ADOPTED (on 04/29/2025)

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