Designating October 23, 2024, as "AADC Deficiency Awareness Day".

HRES 1550 designates October 23, 2024, as "AADC Deficiency Awareness Day" to raise public and medical awareness about AADC Deficiency, a rare genetic neurological disorder affecting dopamine production. The resolution specifically aims to help patients and families recognize symptoms (like developmental delays and low muscle tone) that are often mistaken for conditions such as cerebral palsy or autism. It does not create new policies or funding but formally recognizes the importance of improving education around this condition, which affects an estimated 25-35 million people in the U.S. with rare diseases. This symbolic resolution directly supports those living with AADC Deficiency by promoting greater understanding within the healthcare system.