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NY J01370
Resolution
Status
Passed
1/21/2026
Primary Sponsor
Roxanne Persaud
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AI Summary
- Requests Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim March 22, 2026, as Doula Day in New York State, coinciding with World Doula Day
- March 22nd was chosen because it falls on the spring equinox, representing fertility in many cultures
- Highlights doula benefits including reducing c-section rates, shortening labor, reducing epidural requests, and increasing breastfeeding initiation
- Notes doulas support physiological, social, emotional, and psychological health of women, newborns, and families during birth and postpartum periods
- Sponsored by Senator Persaud as a non-binding resolution memorializing the Governor to make the proclamation
Legislative Description
Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim March 22, 2026, as Doula Day in the State of New York
Last Action
ADOPTED
1/21/2026
Committee Referrals
Finance1/12/2026
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