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ACR 172

Relative to World Irritable Bowel Syndrome Day.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Dawn Addis and 65 co-sponsors

Designates April 19, 2026 as World Irritable Bowel Syndrome Day in California to raise awareness and encourage participation in IBS education and advocacy.

In Assembly. Ordered to Engrossing and Enrolling.
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Bill Summary · ACR 172

Summary — Assembly Concurrent Resolution 172 (ACR 172), 2025-2026 California Session

1) Purpose and Intent

  • ACR 172, introduced by Assembly Member Ali Macedo, designates April 19, 2026 as World Irritable Bowel Syndrome Day in California.
  • The resolution expresses awareness of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) as a GI disorder affecting a significant portion of the population and notes the impact on quality of life, relationships, and work.
  • It encourages California residents to support and participate in activities that raise public awareness about IBS and to engage with organizations (e.g., IBS Patient Support Group) that provide education and advocacy.

2) Key Provisions and Changes

  • Official declaration: April 19, 2026 is proclaimed as World Irritable Bowel Syndrome Day in California.
  • Encouragement of awareness activities: The resolution urges participation in organizations, events, and activities that promote IBS awareness, education, and advocacy.
  • Transmission of the proclamation: The Chief Clerk of the Assembly is directed to transmit copies of the resolution to the author for distribution.

3) Who or What Would Be Affected

  • General California residents and organizations within California would be the primary audience for the awareness-raising guidance.
  • IBS patient organizations and related advocacy groups (e.g., IBS Patient Support Group) are highlighted as partners in disseminating information and resources.
  • No new funding or mandates are attached to the measure; it is a symbolic recognition aimed at raising awareness and encouraging participation.

4) Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Status and action history:
    • Referred to the Assembly Rules Committee on April 13, 2026.
    • From committee: Adopted and placed on the Consent Calendar on April 13, 2026.
    • Printer’s inked date: April 8, 2026.
    • Introduced: April 7, 2026.
  • Nature of action: Non-binding concurrent resolution recognizing a day of awareness; no regulatory or fiscal obligations are imposed.
  • Fiscal impact: Not specified in the measure (no fiscal committee report attached in the text).

5) Additional Context

  • The Legislative Counsel’s Digest emphasizes IBS as a condition affecting up to an estimated 15% of adults nationwide (about 35 million Americans), highlighting the broader public health relevance and the importance of awareness and education.
  • The resolution aligns California with a broader international or national effort to recognize IBS-related awareness days.

If you’d like, I can add a brief comparison to similar resolutions recognizing awareness days for other health conditions or prepare a one-page briefing for policymakers.

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

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