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SR 691

ALS AWARENESS MONTH

104th Regular Session Introduced by Dave Koehler and 4 co-sponsors

Designates an annual ALS Awareness Month in Illinois to promote education, outreach, and collaboration among agencies, groups, and the public on ALS awareness and support.

Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Dave Syverson
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Bill Summary · SR 691

Bill Summary: SR 691 (Session 104th, Illinois)

Purpose and intent

  • SR 691 designates ALS Awareness Month in Illinois. The resolution expresses the goal of increasing public awareness, education, and attention to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) within the state.
  • The sponsors emphasize the importance of recognizing the challenges faced by individuals living with ALS and supporting efforts to advance research, support services, and accessibility.

Key provisions

  • Official designation: The resolution proclaims a specific month as ALS Awareness Month in Illinois. (Note: the exact month is not provided in the summary text you provided; the bill designates one month each year for awareness activities.)
  • Observance guidance: The resolution encourages state agencies, organizations, and the public to observe ALS Awareness Month through activities such as public education, outreach, fundraisers, and recognition of advocates, researchers, patients, and caregivers.
  • Public education and advocacy: It calls for disseminating information about ALS, its impacts, available resources, and opportunities to support research and patient support networks.
  • Collaboration and recognition: The resolution invites cooperation among public officials, healthcare providers, advocacy groups, and researchers to raise awareness and support for ALS-related initiatives.

Sponsors

  • Primary and co-sponsors include:
    • Seth Lewis (Co-sponsor)
    • Dave Koehler (Co-sponsor)
    • Jil Tracy (Co-sponsor)
    • Sally Turner (Co-sponsor)
    • Dave Syverson (Co-sponsor)

Affected entities and audiences

  • Individuals and families affected by ALS in Illinois.
  • Healthcare providers, researchers, patient advocacy organizations, and educational institutions involved in ALS awareness, care, and research.
  • State agencies and local governments may participate in observance activities and public education efforts.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Status: Non-binding concurrent resolution typically used to designate observances and promote awareness. If enacted, it would serve as a formal Illinois General Assembly expression rather than creating new laws or funding.
  • Timing: The resolution designates an annual observance (the specific month), encouraging activities during that period. It does not specify new funding or administrative requirements in the provided text.
  • Implementation: Responsibility generally rests with state agencies, legislators, and advocacy groups to organize awareness events and disseminate information during ALS Awareness Month.

Potential impact

  • Increased visibility and understanding of ALS among Illinois residents.
  • Encouragement of community engagement, fundraising, and support for ALS research and patient services.
  • Potential alignment with nationwide ALS awareness campaigns and fundraising efforts.

If you have the bill’s exact wording or the month designated, I can refine the summary to reflect any specific dates, proclamations, or mandated actions.

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

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