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NY J01559

Resolution

Official Source

Status

Passed

2/10/2026

Primary Sponsor

Joseph Griffo

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Requests Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 2026 as Lupus Awareness Month in New York State
  • Lupus affects 105,400 New Yorkers, 1.5 million Americans, and 5 million people worldwide, with 90% of those diagnosed being women
  • Lupus disproportionately impacts African-Americans, Hispanics/Latinos, Native Americans, and Asians
  • Highlights that many health professionals are unaware of lupus symptoms, causing delayed diagnosis and treatment for patients
  • Recognizes the Lupus Agencies of New York State for providing education, support, outreach services, and promoting awareness and research programs

Legislative Description

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 2026, as Lupus Awareness Month in the State of New York

Last Action

ADOPTED

2/10/2026

Committee Referrals

Finance2/6/2026

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