New York K 603: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim November 17, 2023, as Prematurity Day in the State of New York

Bill Text

Assembly Resolution No. 603
M. of A. SlaterBY:
Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaimMEMORIALIZING
November 17, 2023, as Prematurity Day in the State
of New York
The March of Dimes Foundation is a pioneer in improving theWHEREAS,
health of infants and women of childbearing age by preventing birth
defects, premature birth and infant mortality; and
Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with itsWHEREAS,
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to
memorialize Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim November 17, 2023, as
Prematurity Day in the State of New York, in conjunction with the
observance of World Prematurity Day; and
World Prematurity Day was created on November 17, 2011, toWHEREAS,
raise awareness for the millions of children every year who are born
prematurely; while technologies and medical procedures in America have
increased over the years, preterm babies still carry a huge
vulnerability to develop cerebral palsy, delays in development, hearing
problems, and sight problems; and
Additionally, while neonatal death in the United States isWHEREAS,
low in comparison to most of the world, premature births account for a
quarter of all neonatal deaths; and
World Prematurity Day was created to shine a light on theWHEREAS,
risk and hardships created by premature births, cost-effective and
proven solutions, and spreading compassion for families who have
experienced premature births; and
Many premature babies grow up to completely healthyWHEREAS,
individuals, with some even becoming notable public figures such as
Winston Churchill and Albert Einstein; and
On November 17th, take a moment to show compassion andWHEREAS,
support for families who are experiencing the anxiety of premature
births by observing World Prematurity Day, created by the March of
Dimes; and
We all love our babies from the moment they are born; WorldWHEREAS,
Prematurity Day reminds us of babies born too early and the health
challenges they can face as they grow up; and
These little ones need loads of love and support and WorldWHEREAS,
Prematurity Day is a chance to show it; and
It is imperative that there be greater awareness of thisWHEREAS,
serious health issue, and more must be done to increase activity at the
local, State and National levels; now, therefore, be it

That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations toRESOLVED,
memorialize Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim November 17, 2023, as
Prematurity Day in the State of New York; and be it further
That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, beRESOLVED,
transmitted to The Honorable Kathy Hochul, Governor of the State of New
York.