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HR 116

A Resolution designating May 14, 2025, as "Apraxia Awareness Day" in Pennsylvania.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Tim Briggs and 10 co-sponsors

Pennsylvania designates May 14, 2025, as Apraxia Awareness Day to recognize a neurological speech disorder affecting thousands of residents.

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Bill Summary · HR 116

Legislative bill overview

HR 116 is a commemorative resolution that designates May 14, 2025, as "Apraxia Awareness Day" in Pennsylvania. The bill aims to recognize and raise public awareness about apraxia, a neurological disorder affecting speech and motor planning. This is a symbolic gesture with no budgetary impact or regulatory requirements.

Why is this important

Apraxia affects thousands of Pennsylvanians, including children with childhood apraxia of speech (CAS) and adults with acquired apraxia from stroke or brain injury. Awareness designations can help families access resources, encourage early diagnosis, and reduce stigma around speech and language disorders. However, the practical impact depends on how actively the designation is promoted by state agencies and advocacy groups.

Potential points of contention

  • Limited practical effect: Awareness days are largely symbolic and don't fund research, services, or treatment programs for those affected by apraxia
  • Calendar crowding: Pennsylvania recognizes numerous awareness days annually, raising questions about whether each designation meaningfully advances public knowledge
  • Timing concerns: The bill designates a specific date (May 14, 2025) that may have already passed by the time of legislative consideration, potentially limiting its usefulness

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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