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NY K01053
Resolution
Status
Passed
3/16/2026
Primary Sponsor
Christopher Eachus
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AI Summary
- Requests Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim March 15-21, 2026, as Poison Prevention Week in New York State, coinciding with National Poison Prevention Week
- National Poison Prevention Week was established by Congress in 1961 and first observed in March 1962 under President Kennedy
- Over 2 million potential poisonings are reported annually in the U.S., with more than 90% occurring in homes and most affecting young children
- Over 300 children require emergency room treatment daily for poisoning, with an average of 2 deaths per day, primarily from household items like cleaning products and medicine
- Aims to highlight poisoning dangers for all ages, promote community involvement, and raise awareness of prevention tactics
Legislative Description
Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim March 15-21, 2026, as Poison Prevention Week in the State of New York
Last Action
adopted
3/16/2026
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