Assembly Resolution No. 908
BY: M. of A. Rules (Rosenthal L)
MEMORIALIZING Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim
May 10-16, 2020, as Prevention Week in the State of
New York
WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize
official weeks set aside to increase awareness of serious issues which
affect the lives of citizens of New York State; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, it is the sense of this Legislative Body to
memorialize Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim May 10-16, 2020, as
Prevention Week in the State of New York, in conjunction with the
observance of National Prevention Week; and
WHEREAS, The theme of National Prevention Week 2020 is "Prevention
Happens Here"; and
WHEREAS, This annual health observance is dedicated to increasing
public awareness of and action around substance abuse and mental health
issues; and
WHEREAS, Recognition of this annual designation helps to encourage
communities to raise awareness about substance abuse and mental health
issues; foster partnerships and collaborations with organizations
dedicated to preventing substance abuse and mental health issues; and
promote and disseminate prevention resources; and
WHEREAS, The 2020 Daily Health Themes include: Preventing
Prescription Drug and Opioid Misuse, Monday, May 11; Preventing Underage
Drinking and Alcohol Misuse, Tuesday, May 12; Preventing Illicit Drug
Use and Youth Marijuana Use, Wednesday, May 13; Preventing Youth Tobacco
Use (E-Cigarettes and Vaping), Thursday, May 14; Preventing Suicide,
Friday, May 15; and
WHEREAS, Schools and local communities are also encouraged to take
part in prevention themed events prior to the end of the school year to
help raise awareness among students of all ages; and
WHEREAS, Through this observance, this Legislative Body also
recognizes substance abuse prevention providers throughout New York
State and their important work in reducing the risks associated with
substance abuse disorders and their efforts to prevent substance abuse;
and
WHEREAS, The New York State Office of Addiction Services and
Supports also offers important information, tips, and resources to help
parents, schools, and members of the community keep young people safe
from alcohol and drugs through initiatives such as its Talk2Prevent and
Combat Heroin webpages; and
WHEREAS, All New Yorkers are encouraged to join in supporting the
goal to keep all young people healthy, safe, and drug and alcohol free;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
memorialize Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim May 10-16, 2020, as
Prevention Week in the State of New York; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to The Honorable Andrew M. Cuomo, Governor of the State of
New York.