NY J01384

Requests Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 21, 2026, as Global Accessibility Awareness Day in New York State, marking the 15th annual GAAD observance

Highlights that approximately 32.2 million people in the United States have disabilities affecting their ability to play video games, with about 3 million adults in New York reporting activity limitations

Notes that 2.6 billion people globally participate in digital gaming, and 91% of U.S. children ages 2-17 play video games, making accessibility increasingly important

Emphasizes the benefits of accessible gaming for disabled individuals, including social connection, exploration opportunities, and a sense of normalcy, particularly for wounded veterans

Directs that copies of the resolution be sent to Governor Hochul and the AbleGamers Foundation