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ACR 146

Relative to Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Dawn Addis and 68 co-sponsors

California would designate an official Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month to recognize the condition and encourage public education and healthcare provider engagement.

Chaptered by Secretary of State - Res. Chapter 42, Statutes of 2026.
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Bill Summary · ACR 146

Legislative bill overview

ACR 146 is a concurrent resolution designating a specific month as Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month in California. The bill appears to be a ceremonial measure that recognizes and raises awareness about bleeding disorders through official state designation.

Why is this important

Awareness designations can help increase public understanding of conditions like hemophilia and von Willebrand disease, potentially improving diagnosis rates and patient support. Such resolutions also signal legislative acknowledgment of patient communities and may encourage healthcare providers and schools to provide educational resources.

Potential points of contention

  • Legislative resource allocation: Some may question whether ceremonial resolutions represent an effective use of legislative time and resources compared to substantive policy measures
  • Scope and specificity: Questions may arise about why bleeding disorders warrant designation while other serious health conditions do not, or whether this could lead to unlimited awareness month requests
  • Implementation and enforcement: The resolution provides recognition but no funding or enforcement mechanisms, limiting its practical impact on actual patient care or research

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

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