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SR 122

Recognizing ALS Awareness Month, May 2025.

136th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Andrew Brenner

Ohio designates May 2025 as ALS Awareness Month to recognize the neurodegenerative disease and encourage public support for affected individuals and research.

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Bill Summary · SR 122

Legislative bill overview

SR 122 is a ceremonial resolution from Ohio that officially designates May 2025 as ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis) Awareness Month in the state. The resolution recognizes the disease and encourages public awareness and support for those affected by ALS and related research efforts.

Why is this important

ALS is a progressive neurodegenerative disease with high mortality rates and significant personal and family impacts. Awareness designations help raise public visibility for rare diseases, potentially encouraging fundraising, research support, and community resources for patients and caregivers dealing with this serious condition.

Potential points of contention

  • Symbolic vs. substantive: This is a ceremonial resolution with no direct funding or policy changes, so critics may view it as performative rather than addressing concrete needs like research funding or patient support services
  • Precedent concerns: Some may worry that numerous awareness month designations dilute legislative focus and calendar space, though this is a relatively minor issue for a single annual recognition
  • Resource allocation questions: While the resolution itself costs nothing, some might argue legislative attention should prioritize bills with measurable health or budget impacts rather than awareness campaigns

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

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