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NY J01397
Resolution
Status
Passed
1/21/2026
Primary Sponsor
Roxanne Persaud
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AI Summary
- Requests Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim April 25, 2026, as Malaria Day in New York State, coinciding with World Malaria Day
- Highlights that approximately 3.2 billion people globally remain at risk of malaria, with over 200 million cases reported annually
- Notes that in 2015, there were 212 million new malaria cases and 429,000 deaths worldwide, disproportionately affecting young children and pregnant women in the least developed areas
- References that over 1,700 imported malaria cases were reported by U.S. physicians in 2013, the highest since tracking began in 1973
- Aims to promote public awareness about the seriousness of malaria and improve education about its causes, treatment, and prevention
Legislative Description
Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim April 25, 2026, as Malaria Day in the State of New York
Last Action
ADOPTED
1/21/2026
Committee Referrals
Finance1/12/2026
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