NY J01345

Requests Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim September 2026 as Preparedness Month in New York, aligning with National Preparedness Month

Encourages New Yorkers to take three preparedness actions recommended by the American Red Cross: make a plan, build a kit, and be informed

Highlights the importance of blood donation as part of community preparedness, noting the Red Cross is the nation's largest blood supplier with approximately 4 million annual donors

References Hurricane Ida (August 29, 2021) as an example of devastating disasters, which caused 97 deaths and widespread power outages across Louisiana and the Northeast

Emphasizes the need for emergency plans that include pet safety and efficient communication during disasters