Month of May 2026, ALS Awareness Month in Alabama, recognized

This bill designates May 2026 as ALS Awareness Month in Alabama to raise public awareness about Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, a progressive and fatal disease affecting motor neurons. The legislation formally recognizes the severe impact of ALS on patients and their families, noting the lack of a cure and the increased risk for military veterans. By declaring this awareness month, the bill encourages state residents to support research and acknowledge the challenges faced by those living with the disease.