Memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim January 2026 as Stalking Awareness Month in New York.

The bill memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim January 2026 as Stalking Awareness Month in New York. It highlights the prevalence of stalking, noting that over half of victims are stalked before age 25 and nearly one in four before age 18. The resolution emphasizes the psychological impact on victims, including higher rates of mental illness and long-lasting distress. It also underscores the importance of prevention strategies and awareness campaigns to combat stalking.

Memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim January 2026 as Stalking Awareness Month in New York.

The bill memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim January 2026 as Stalking Awareness Month in New York. It highlights the prevalence of stalking, noting that over half of victims are stalked before age 25 and nearly one in four before age 18. The resolution emphasizes the psychological impact on victims, including higher rates of mental illness and long-lasting distress. It also underscores the importance of prevention strategies and awareness campaigns to combat stalking.