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A resolution expressing support for the designation of the month of April 2026 as "Parkinson's Awareness Month".

USA119th CongressSRES-696| Senate 
| Updated: 4/28/2026
Rick Scott

Rick Scott

Republican Senator

Florida

Cosponsors (2)
James E. Risch (Republican)Cory A. Booker (Democratic)
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
The resolution expresses support for designating April 2026 as "Parkinson's Awareness Month," highlighting that Parkinson's disease affects over 1,000,000 individuals in the U.S. and is the second most common neurodegenerative disease globally. It acknowledges the disease's varied symptoms, unknown exact causes, and its significant impact on patients and caregivers. The Senate resolves to support the goals of this awareness month, including continued research for better treatments and a cure. It recognizes individuals participating in vital clinical trials and commends the dedication of organizations, volunteers, and researchers. These efforts aim to improve the quality of life for those living with Parkinson's disease and their families.
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Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 118-639
A resolution expressing support for the designation of the month of April 2024 as "Parkinson's Awareness Month".

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 118-184
A resolution expressing support for the designation of April 2023 as "Parkinson's Awareness Month".
Apr 14, 2026

Latest Companion Bill Action

HRES 119-1167
Submitted in House
Apr 28, 2026
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
Apr 28, 2026
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2076-2077; text: CR S2085-2086)
Apr 28, 2026
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 118-639
    A resolution expressing support for the designation of the month of April 2024 as "Parkinson's Awareness Month".


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 118-184
    A resolution expressing support for the designation of April 2023 as "Parkinson's Awareness Month".


  • April 14, 2026

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HRES 119-1167
    Submitted in House


  • April 28, 2026
    Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.


  • April 28, 2026
    Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2076-2077; text: CR S2085-2086)


  • April 28, 2026
    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.

Health

Related Bills

  • SRES 119-194: A resolution expressing support for the designation of the month of April 2025 as "Parkinson's Awareness Month".
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A resolution expressing support for the designation of the month of April 2026 as "Parkinson's Awareness Month".

USA119th CongressSRES-696| Senate 
| Updated: 4/28/2026
The resolution expresses support for designating April 2026 as "Parkinson's Awareness Month," highlighting that Parkinson's disease affects over 1,000,000 individuals in the U.S. and is the second most common neurodegenerative disease globally. It acknowledges the disease's varied symptoms, unknown exact causes, and its significant impact on patients and caregivers. The Senate resolves to support the goals of this awareness month, including continued research for better treatments and a cure. It recognizes individuals participating in vital clinical trials and commends the dedication of organizations, volunteers, and researchers. These efforts aim to improve the quality of life for those living with Parkinson's disease and their families.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 118-639
A resolution expressing support for the designation of the month of April 2024 as "Parkinson's Awareness Month".

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 118-184
A resolution expressing support for the designation of April 2023 as "Parkinson's Awareness Month".
Apr 14, 2026

Latest Companion Bill Action

HRES 119-1167
Submitted in House
Apr 28, 2026
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
Apr 28, 2026
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2076-2077; text: CR S2085-2086)
Apr 28, 2026
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 118-639
    A resolution expressing support for the designation of the month of April 2024 as "Parkinson's Awareness Month".


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 118-184
    A resolution expressing support for the designation of April 2023 as "Parkinson's Awareness Month".


  • April 14, 2026

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HRES 119-1167
    Submitted in House


  • April 28, 2026
    Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.


  • April 28, 2026
    Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2076-2077; text: CR S2085-2086)


  • April 28, 2026
    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
Rick Scott

Rick Scott

Republican Senator

Florida

Cosponsors (2)
James E. Risch (Republican)Cory A. Booker (Democratic)

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
Commemorative events and holidaysMedical researchNeurological disordersResearch administration and funding