HR 309 Michigan House · 2025-2026 Regular Session

A resolution to declare May 2026 as ALS Awareness Month in the state of Michigan.

This resolution designates May 2026 as ALS Awareness Month in Michigan to highlight the impact of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease. The bill does not create new laws or funding but serves as a symbolic declaration to encourage public support for patients, caregivers, and ongoing research efforts. By formally recognizing the month, the legislation aims to increase community solidarity and draw attention to the need for continued medical advancements and resources for those affected by the disease.

Issues: ✓ Healthcare

Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared

Introduction

May 2026

Committee Review

House Passage

May 2026

Senate Passage

Governor

Introduced May 12, 2026 Last action May 12, 2026

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House Introduced Resolution → House Adopted Resolution · 1 edit

MINOR

The bill was formally adopted by the House, adding several new sponsors to the original list. The substantive policy content, including the declaration of May 2026 as ALS Awareness Month and the background clauses regarding the disease and research funding, remains unchanged.

TECHNICAL

The list of sponsoring representatives was expanded to include Alexander, Breen, Fitzgerald, Glanville, MacDonell, Paiz, Rheingans, Rogers, Witwer, and Xiong.

Floor votes

How they voted

This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).

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Committee

May 12, 2026

Lower · Passed

adopted

lower

May 12, 2026

Introduced

introduced by Representative Rep. Rachelle Smit

lower

1 primary · 15 co-sponsors