HRES 345 - Parkinsons Awareness Month Resolution

Overview

Bill Number: HRES 345

Title: Expressing support for designation of the month of April 2025 as "Parkinsons Awareness Month"
Status: Submitted in House
Introduced: April 24, 2025

Purpose and Intent

The purpose of this House resolution is to express support for the designation of April 2025 as "Parkinsons Awareness Month". The resolution aims to raise public awareness about Parkinson's disease, a chronic and progressive neurological disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. By designating a specific month for Parkinson's awareness, the resolution seeks to encourage educational initiatives, promote research funding, and foster a greater understanding of the challenges faced by individuals living with Parkinson's disease and their caregivers.

Key Provisions

• Expresses the House of Representatives' support for the designation of April 2025 as "Parkinsons Awareness Month"
• Encourages the President to issue a proclamation recognizing April 2025 as Parkinsons Awareness Month
• Calls on the federal government, state and local governments, communities, organizations, and the public to observe and support the month with appropriate programs and activities

Affected Parties and Impacts

This resolution, if passed, would have a positive impact on the Parkinson's disease community, including:
- Individuals living with Parkinson's disease, by raising awareness and promoting understanding of their condition
- Caregivers and family members of those with Parkinson's, by highlighting the challenges they face and the support they need
- Parkinson's disease research organizations and advocacy groups, by providing a platform to showcase their work and garner additional support
- The general public, by increasing knowledge and understanding of Parkinson's disease and its effects on individuals and communities

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

The HRES 345 resolution has been submitted in the House of Representatives and is currently in the early stages of the legislative process. If passed by the House, the resolution would then be sent to the Senate for consideration. If approved by both chambers of Congress, the resolution would be sent to the President for potential signature and official designation of April 2025 as Parkinsons Awareness Month.