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Res 0396-2026ResolutionIn CommitteePending 84d

Recognize Tourette Syndrome Awareness Month and Day

In committee as of Apr 23, 2026Under review by an assigned committee.

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✦ Plain-Language Summary

This resolution officially designates May 15 through June 15 as Tourette Syndrome Awareness Month, and June 7 as Tourette Syndrome Awareness Day in New York City. It aims to raise public understanding of Tourette Syndrome, a neurological condition that causes involuntary movements and sounds called tics. The recognition encourages New Yorkers to learn more about the condition and support those living with it across the five boroughs.

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Details

Introduced
Mar 26, 2026
Body
Committee on Disabilities
Type
Resolution
Status
Committee

Sponsors (8)

Introduced byPublic Advocate Jumaane WilliamsYour District
Farah N. Louis (D45)Amanda C. Farías (D18)Shanel Thomas-Henry (D21)Virginia Maloney (D4)Tiffany L. Cabán (D22)Chris Banks (D42)Julie Won (D26)

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