Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim October 2025, as Dysautonomia Awareness Month in the State of New York, in conjunction with the observance of National Dysautonomia Awareness Month
Summary
This resolution memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim October 2025 as Dysautonomia Awareness Month in New York State, aligning with National Dysautonomia Awareness Month. It is a ceremonial measure that recognizes dysautonomia as a group of disorders affecting the autonomic nervous system and highlights the work of Dysautonomia International in research, physician education, public awareness, and patient empowerment.
The resolution explains that dysautonomia can affect basic bodily functions such as heart rate, blood pressure, digestion, temperature control, and respiration. It notes that some forms are rare and others are more common, and emphasizes the condition’s potential to cause disability, social isolation, family stress, financial hardship, and even death. The stated purpose is to increase awareness so patients can be diagnosed and treated earlier and so families and communities can better support those affected.
Impact
The bill does not create or amend any substantive state law, regulatory program, or funding mechanism. Its legal effect is limited to a formal legislative request that the Governor issue a proclamation designating October 2025 as Dysautonomia Awareness Month, and to the transmittal of the resolution to the Governor and Dysautonomia International. Its practical impact is symbolic and educational, aimed at public awareness and recognition rather than direct legal change.
Sentiment
The overall sentiment is strongly supportive and commemorative. The resolution uses emphatic language about the seriousness of dysautonomia and the importance of awareness, and there is no recorded committee or floor opposition in the provided materials. Because there are no votes or transcripts showing debate, the available record suggests broad, noncontroversial support typical of awareness-month resolutions.
Contention
No specific points of contention are evident in the provided record. The measure is framed as a public-health recognition resolution, and the text focuses on honoring advocacy efforts and encouraging awareness rather than advancing a disputed policy change. If any concerns existed, they are not reflected in the available votes or committee discussion materials.
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Authorizes the department of health to establish a program for familial dysautonomia, Canavan's and Tay-Sachs disease screening and counseling and to provide grants and to enter into contracts with public and non-profit private entities to assist in such program; provides that participation in such program shall be voluntary and all information shall be confidential.