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NY K00469

NY K00469
Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim October 21, 2025, as Pets for Veterans Day in the State of New York


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Introduced
05/09/2025
In Committee
05/09/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
05/12/2025
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
05/12/2025

Introduced Session

2025-2026 General Assembly

Bill Summary

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim October 21, 2025, as Pets for Veterans Day in the State of New York

AI Summary

This resolution memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to officially proclaim October 21, 2025, as Pets for Veterans Day in New York State, highlighting the significant role of therapy animals in supporting veterans' mental and physical well-being. The resolution acknowledges that approximately one in five veterans suffers from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and emphasizes how companion animals can help reduce emotional distress, provide comfort, and improve veterans' quality of life. It specifically recognizes the organization Pets for Vets, founded on October 21, 2009, which aims to match veterans with shelter animals, promoting mutual benefits such as alleviating loneliness, reducing stress and anxiety, and potentially improving physiological health markers like blood pressure and cholesterol. The resolution also underscores the broader positive impacts of pet ownership, including promoting routine, encouraging outdoor activities, and saving the lives of shelter animals, ultimately demonstrating the legislative body's commitment to supporting veterans' mental health and well-being through animal companionship.

Sponsors (32)

Last Action

adopted (on 05/12/2025)

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