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NY J01113
Resolution
Status
6/4/2025
Primary Sponsor
Kevin Parker
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AI Summary
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Requests Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim December 21, 2025, as World Meditation Day in New York State
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Recognizes the United Nations General Assembly's declaration on December 6, 2024, establishing December 21st as World Meditation Day
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Notes meditation's origins in ancient India (called Dhyana in Sanskrit) and its introduction to the United States in the 1890s through Swami Vivekananda's book "Raja Yoga" written in New York City
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Cites health benefits recognized by WHO and NIH, including reducing blood pressure, anxiety, depression, PTSD symptoms, chronic pain, and insomnia
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Highlights meditation's role in fostering empathy, collaboration, and collective well-being across all ages and backgrounds worldwide
Legislative Description
Commemorating the 2025 Sesame Flyers International, Inc. Annual Family Sports Day to be held on June 7, 2025
Last Action
REFERRED TO FINANCE
6/4/2025