A resolution designating September 2025 as "National Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month".

This resolution officially designates September 2025 as "National Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month" to highlight the significant challenges faced by approximately 308,000 individuals living with spinal cord injuries in the United States, with 18,000 new cases occurring annually. The Senate supports the goals of this awareness month, emphasizing the urgent need for advancements in neuroprotection, pharmacological, and regeneration treatments to reduce, prevent, and reverse paralysis. It specifically advocates for continued research to find better treatments and a cure, alongside supporting clinical trials for promising new therapies. Furthermore, the resolution commends the dedication of national, regional, and local organizations, researchers, doctors, and volunteers who are actively working to enhance the quality of life for individuals with spinal cord injuries and their families.