Memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim April 20-26, 2025, as Abusive Head Trauma/Shaken Baby Syndrome Awareness Week in New York.

This bill memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim April 20-26, 2025, as Abusive Head Trauma/Shaken Baby Syndrome Awareness Week in New York. It highlights the prevalence of child abuse and neglect, emphasizing the high number of fatalities among young children. The bill underscores the importance of education and awareness programs to prevent such injuries, noting the significant costs associated with child maltreatment. It commends various organizations and initiatives working to educate parents and caregivers about the dangers of shaking children and the importance of coping skills.

Memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim April 20-26, 2025, as Abusive Head Trauma/Shaken Baby Syndrome Awareness Week in New York.

This bill memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim April 20-26, 2025, as Abusive Head Trauma/Shaken Baby Syndrome Awareness Week in New York. It highlights the prevalence of child abuse and neglect, emphasizing the high number of fatalities among young children. The bill underscores the importance of education and awareness programs to prevent such injuries, noting the significant costs associated with child maltreatment. It commends various organizations and initiatives working to educate parents and caregivers about the dangers of shaking children and the importance of coping skills.