LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION memorializing Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to
proclaim April 30, 2016, as T'ai Chi and Qigong Day in the State of New
York, in conjunction with the observance of World T'ai Chi and Qigong
Day

WHEREAS, The health and welfare of all citizens is a primary concern;
and
WHEREAS, Stress is a factor in the ability to maintain a healthy life-
style; and
WHEREAS, All citizens should take advantage of the opportunity to
improve the quality of life through effective healthcare practices; and
WHEREAS, The practice of T'ai Chi and Qigong promotes stress
reduction, improves breathing capacity, lowers high blood pressure,
boosts the immune system, slows the aging process, and improves balance
and coordination; and
WHEREAS, T'ai Chi and Qigong continue to receive validation through
scientific research and through daily practice; and
WHEREAS, Organizations and supporters of T'ai Chi and Qigong have
selected the last Saturday in April as the day to celebrate and inform
others about the benefits of T'ai Chi and Qigong around the world; and
WHEREAS, On Saturday, April 30, 2016, World T'ai Chi and Qigong Day
will be celebrated in public parks and public facilities across our
great State and Nation; this year marks the 16th annual celebration in
the Village of Patchogue; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
memorialize Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim April 30, 2016, as T'ai
Chi and Qigong Day in the State of New York, in conjunction with the
observance of World T'ai Chi and Qigong Day; and be it further
RESOLVED, That copies of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to The Honorable Andrew M. Cuomo, Governor of the State of New
York, and the Water Tiger School of T'ai Chi Ch'uan in Patchogue, New
York.