Assembly Resolution No. 1349

BY: M. of A. Rules (Gottfried)

MEMORIALIZING Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim
October 11, 2018, as Children's Environmental Health
Day in the State of New York

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to increase public
awareness of, and appreciation for, the natural resources of this great
Empire State, as well as recognize the role all citizens have in
protecting the environment and the quality of life within New York; and

WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to
memorialize Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim Thursday, October 11,
2018, as Children's Environmental Health Day in the State of New York;
and

WHEREAS, The aim of Children's Environmental Health (CEH) Day is to
raise awareness about the importance of clean air and water, safe food
and consumer products, and healthy environments to children's health and
development; and

WHEREAS, CEH Day was created by the Children's Environmental Health
Network and was celebrated for the first time on October 13, 2016; and

WHEREAS, Observed on the second Thursday in October, CEH Day serves
as a means to celebrate progress of the children's environmental health
movement and create a strong network of child health advocates; and

WHEREAS, CEH Day encourages individuals and organizations to raise
awareness and understanding of children's environmental health issues,
seek improved protections for children, and to perform acts of
sustainability or environmental health wellness; and

WHEREAS, This vital observance is a national effort supported by
individuals, non-profit organizations, and government agencies;
together, we can safeguard the health, safety and wellbeing of our most
precious resource, our youth; and

WHEREAS, It is imperative that there be greater public awareness of
this serious issue, and more must be done to increase activity at the
local, state and national levels to promote a healthier environment for
our children; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
memorialize Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim October 11, 2018, as
Children's Environmental Health Day 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.