Expressing support for designation of the month of April 2024 as "Parkinson's Awareness Month".
HRES 1136 is a non-binding House resolution expressing support for designating April 2024 as "Parkinson’s Awareness Month." It highlights that Parkinson’s disease affects over 1 million people in the U.S. annually, causes significant health impacts, and requires increased research and support. The resolution urges continued funding for Parkinson’s research, recognizes individuals participating in clinical trials, and commends organizations aiding those living with the disease and their caregivers. This resolution has no legal effect but aims to raise public awareness and support for Parkinson’s advocacy efforts.
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Introduction
Apr 2024
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Introduced Apr 11, 2024
Last action Apr 12, 2024
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Apr 12, 2024
Committee
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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Apr 11, 2024
Committee
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
lower
Apr 11, 2024
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1 primary · 23 co-sponsors
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Jennifer Wexton
DDemocratic
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Bennie G. Thompson
DDemocratic
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Brian K. Fitzpatrick
RRepublican
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David J. Trone
DDemocratic
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Debbie Dingell
DDemocratic
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Don Bacon
RRepublican
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Donald Norcross
DDemocratic
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Donald S. Beyer, Jr.
DDemocratic
Co
Eleanor Holmes Norton
DDemocratic
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Emanuel Cleaver
DDemocratic
Co
Gus M. Bilirakis
RRepublican
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