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NY K00542

NY K00542
Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 30, 2025, as Heat Awareness Day in the State of New York

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Introduced
05/19/2025
In Committee
05/19/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
05/20/2025
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
05/20/2025

Introduced Session

2025-2026 General Assembly

Bill Summary

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 30, 2025, as Heat Awareness Day in the State of New York

AI Summary

This resolution calls on Governor Kathy Hochul to officially proclaim May 30, 2025, as Heat Awareness Day in New York State, aligning with the national observance of Heat Awareness Day, which is held annually on the last Friday in May. The resolution highlights the serious health risks associated with excessive heat, noting that heat-related fatalities have increased due to climate change, and cites a specific tragic example of Tim Barber, a 35-year-old construction worker who died from heat stress in 2020. The document emphasizes that heat-related illnesses are preventable and urges New Yorkers to take precautions such as staying hydrated, avoiding alcohol and caffeine, preventing over-exertion, and finding cool indoor spaces. By memorializing this day, the legislative body aims to raise awareness about the dangers of extreme heat and encourage local, state, and national action to protect people from heat-related health risks. The resolution also directs that copies be transmitted to Governor Hochul and to Tim Barber's family.

Sponsors (37)

Joe Angelino (R)*,  Didi Barrett (D)*,  Harry Bronson (D)*,  Chris Burdick (D)*,  Marianne Buttenschon (D)*,  Patrick Carroll (D)*,  Bill Conrad (D)*,  Jessica González-Rojas (D)*,  Scott Gray (R)*,  Steve Hawley (R)*,  Alicia Hyndman (D)*,  Billy Jones (D)*,  Rebecca Kassay (D)*,  Charles Lavine (D)*,  Dana Levenberg (D)*,  Nikki Lucas (D)*,  Jen Lunsford (D)*,  Donna Lupardo (D)*,  Brian Manktelow (R)*,  John McDonald (D)*,  Dave McDonough (R)*,  Angelo Morinello (R)*,  Steven Raga (D)*,  Linda Rosenthal (D)*,  Nily Rozic (D)*,  Angelo Santabarbara (D)*,  Thomas Schiavoni (D)*,  Rebecca Seawright (D)*,  Maryjane Shimsky (D)*,  Jo Anne Simon (D)*,  Tony Simone (D)*,  Matt Simpson (R)*,  Doug Smith (R)*,  Yudelka Tapia (D)*,  Emerita Torres (D)*,  David Weprin (D)*,  John Zaccaro (D)*, 

Last Action

adopted (on 05/20/2025)

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