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NY J01498

Resolution

Official Source

Status

Passed

2/4/2026

Primary Sponsor

James Tedisco

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Requests Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim February 19, 2026, as Cholangiocarcinoma Awareness Day in New York State, coinciding with World Cholangiocarcinoma Day
  • Cholangiocarcinoma is a rare bile duct cancer with approximately 12,000 cases diagnosed annually in the United States
  • The five-year survival rate is less than 20% when diagnosed at an advanced stage, which is common due to late detection
  • The Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation, established in October 2005, works to find a cure and improve quality of life for those affected
  • Kelly green is designated as the awareness color, and New Yorkers are encouraged to wear it to bring attention to the disease

Legislative Description

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim February 19, 2026, as Cholangiocarcinoma Awareness Day in the State of New York

Last Action

ADOPTED

2/4/2026

Committee Referrals

Finance1/29/2026

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