An Act relative to Machado-Joseph Disease Awareness Day

This bill designates July 2 as Machado-Joseph Disease Awareness Day in Massachusetts through an annual governor's proclamation. It directly recognizes individuals impacted by Machado-Joseph Disease, a hereditary neurodegenerative disorder that disproportionately affects families of Portuguese-Azorean descent in the state. The key mechanism requires the governor to issue a formal proclamation each year to increase public awareness, support, and recognition of this condition. The bill does not create new programs or funding but serves as a symbolic acknowledgment to highlight the needs of affected communities.