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Expressing support for designation of the month of April 2025 as "Parkinsons Awareness Month".

USA119th CongressHRES-345| House 
| Updated: 4/24/2025
Wesley Bell

Wesley Bell

Democratic Representative

Missouri

Cosponsors (2)
Gus M. Bilirakis (Republican)Suhas Subramanyam (Democratic)

Energy and Commerce Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This resolution expresses strong support for designating April 2025 as "Parkinson's Awareness Month" to highlight the significant impact of Parkinson's disease. It notes that Parkinson's affects over 1,000,000 individuals in the United States, is the fastest-growing neurodegenerative disease, and is projected to nearly double by 2037, incurring substantial annual costs. The resolution emphasizes the need for continued research to find better treatments and a cure, acknowledging the complex symptoms and the unknown exact cause of the disease. Furthermore, it recognizes individuals participating in vital clinical trials and commends the dedication of organizations, volunteers, and researchers. The House of Representatives aims to improve the quality of life for those living with Parkinson's disease and their families through increased awareness and support.
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Timeline
Apr 24, 2025
Submitted in House
Apr 24, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
  • April 24, 2025
    Submitted in House


  • April 24, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Health

Related Bills

  • SRES 119-194: A resolution expressing support for the designation of the month of April 2025 as "Parkinson's Awareness Month".

Expressing support for designation of the month of April 2025 as "Parkinsons Awareness Month".

USA119th CongressHRES-345| House 
| Updated: 4/24/2025
This resolution expresses strong support for designating April 2025 as "Parkinson's Awareness Month" to highlight the significant impact of Parkinson's disease. It notes that Parkinson's affects over 1,000,000 individuals in the United States, is the fastest-growing neurodegenerative disease, and is projected to nearly double by 2037, incurring substantial annual costs. The resolution emphasizes the need for continued research to find better treatments and a cure, acknowledging the complex symptoms and the unknown exact cause of the disease. Furthermore, it recognizes individuals participating in vital clinical trials and commends the dedication of organizations, volunteers, and researchers. The House of Representatives aims to improve the quality of life for those living with Parkinson's disease and their families through increased awareness and support.
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Timeline
Apr 24, 2025
Submitted in House
Apr 24, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
  • April 24, 2025
    Submitted in House


  • April 24, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Wesley Bell

Wesley Bell

Democratic Representative

Missouri

Cosponsors (2)
Gus M. Bilirakis (Republican)Suhas Subramanyam (Democratic)

Energy and Commerce Committee

Health

Related Bills

  • SRES 119-194: A resolution expressing support for the designation of the month of April 2025 as "Parkinson's Awareness Month".
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted