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This resolution memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim October 6, 2025, as Child Health Day in New York State, in alignment with National Child Health Day, which is observed on the first Monday of every October. The resolution highlights the importance of children's health, noting that family income significantly impacts children's physical and mental well-being, with children from households below the poverty line experiencing higher obesity rates. The document emphasizes the need to encourage children to exercise, eat nutritious foods (including fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins), and develop good health standards. Tracing the history of National Child Health Day back to a proclamation by President Calvin Coolidge, the resolution underscores that approximately 82% of U.S. children are currently in good health and stresses that supporting children's health is crucial for securing a brighter future. The resolution calls for increased public awareness about children's health issues and aims to spread information and raise funds to help children maintain proper health practices. Ultimately, the resolution requests that an official, engrossed copy be transmitted to Governor Hochul.

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/K726