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SP 784

Joint Resolution Recognizing May 2025 As National Arthritis Awareness Month

132nd Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Donna Bailey

Designates May 2025 as National Arthritis Awareness Month to boost awareness, education, and community support for arthritis; ceremonial and non-binding, no new funding.

In concurrence. ORDERED SENT FORTHWITH.
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Bill Summary · SP 784

Summary of SP 784 — Joint Resolution Recognizing May 2025 as National Arthritis Awareness Month

Purpose and Intent

  • SP 784 is a joint resolution that designates May 2025 as National Arthritis Awareness Month. Its primary aim is ceremonial recognition, underscoring the importance of awareness, education, and community support for individuals affected by arthritis.

Key Provisions

  • Designation: Officially proclaims May 2025 as National Arthritis Awareness Month within the state.
  • Observance Encouragement: Encourages appropriate state agencies, health organizations, educational institutions, and community groups to observe the month and participate in awareness activities.
  • Public Messaging: Supports distribution of information about arthritis, its impact, treatment options, and resources available to patients and caregivers.
  • Non-Binding Nature: As a joint resolution, the measure is largely symbolic and does not create new laws, funding, or regulatory requirements.

Who Is Affected

  • General Public: Increases visibility of arthritis as a public health issue.
  • People Living with Arthritis and Caregivers: May benefit from heightened access to information, resources, and community events.
  • State Agencies and Organizations: Encouraged to participate in observance activities and dissemination of educational materials.
  • Healthcare and Educational Institutions: May coordinate awareness campaigns and educational outreach.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduced: May 27, 2025.
  • Legislative Actions:
    • May 27, 2025: Read and adopted; Ordered sent down forthwith for concurrence (Sponsor: Senator Bailey of York).
    • May 28, 2025: Read and adopted; In concurrence; Ordered sent forthwith.
  • Status: In concurrence; Ordered Sent Forthwith — indicating the bill has passed the originating chamber and is being forwarded to the other chamber for concurrence.

Practical Implications

  • Fiscal Impact: Unlikely to require new expenditures or create fiscal obligations, given its ceremonial nature.
  • Next Steps: If the receiving chamber concurs, the resolution would be forwarded to the governor for signing or for acknowledgment as part of the state’s official observance. The impact is primarily symbolic and reputational, aiming to raise awareness and encourage community engagement around arthritis.

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

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