Bill Text: NY K00394 | 2023-2024 | General Assembly | Introduced

New York Assembly Resolution 394

Introduced

Bill Title: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 2023, as Water Safety Awareness Month in the State of New York

Spectrum: Slight Partisan Bill (Republican 20-8)

Status: (Passed) 2023-05-02 - adopted [K00394 Detail]

Download: New_York-2023-K00394-Introduced.html


Assembly Resolution No. 394

BY: M. of A. Slater

        MEMORIALIZING  Governor  Kathy  Hochul to proclaim
        May 2023, as Water Safety  Awareness  Month  in  the
        State of New York

  WHEREAS,  It  is  the  custom  of this Legislative Body to recognize
official months that are set aside to increase awareness of issues  that
affect the lives of citizens of New York State; and

  WHEREAS,  Water  is  a  critical  resource that is essential for all
forms of life and for a broad range of economic and  social  activities;
and

  WHEREAS,  This  Legislative  Body  is  justly  proud  to memorialize
Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 2023, as  Water  Safety  Awareness
Month  in  the  State of New York, in conjunction with the observance of
National Water Safety Awareness Month; and

  WHEREAS, Water Safety Awareness Month is an opportunity to highlight
the importance of safety precautions and sensible behavior when spending
time in the water; whether it is home pools and spas, to waterparks  and
resorts, to public swimming and water recreation facilities; and

  WHEREAS,  Water  Safety  Awareness  Month will be recognized through
educational programs, public service announcements, dealer and  business
promotions and the distribution of water-safety-themed materials; and

  WHEREAS, Swimming and other aquatic-related activities are enjoyable
for people of all ages, offering great health, fitness and socialization
benefits; and

  WHEREAS,   According   to   the  Centers  for  Disease  Control  and
Prevention, 10 people die from unintentional drownings every day;  about
one  in  five  people  who  die  from  drowning are children aged 14 and
younger; and

  WHEREAS, Before anyone gets in the water, it is imperative they take
the time to educate themselves on proper safe water practices, such  as:
swim  in  designated  areas supervised by lifeguards, always swim with a
buddy, if you go boating wear a life jacket, install  and  use  barriers
around  your  home pool or hot tub, actively supervise children whenever
around the water, always stay within arm's reach of young  children  and
avoid  distractions, reach or throw aid to distressed swimmers, and keep
toys not in use away from the pool and out of sight; and

  WHEREAS, Trained lifeguards, fire  department  personnel,  emergency
medical  professionals  and  educated  parents  all play a vital role in
saving lives; and

  WHEREAS, Basic life-saving skills, education on water safety and the
use of appropriate equipment are essential to prevent drowning and other
water-related injuries; and

  WHEREAS, This Legislative Body reaffirms its commitment to fostering
continuing attention to water safety in New York State,  and  encourages
all New Yorkers to participate in National Water Safety Awareness Month;
now, therefore, be it

  RESOLVED,  That  this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
memorialize Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 2023, as Water  Safety
Awareness Month in the State of New York; and be it further

  RESOLVED,  That  a  copy  of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to The Honorable Kathy Hochul, Governor of the State of  New
York.