Alabama 2024 Regular Session

Alabama Senate Bill SR83

Introduced
5/7/24  

Caption

ALS Awareness Month, recognized

Impact

The recognition of ALS Awareness Month aims to galvanize community support for research funding and initiatives designed to improve the quality of life for those diagnosed with ALS. It draws attention to the critical role that clinical trials play in the development of new treatments and assistive technologies for patients. The resolution celebrates the achievements related to ALS research, notably referencing the impact of the Ice Bucket Challenge, which has significantly contributed to funding efforts.

Summary

SR83 seeks to recognize May 2024 as Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) Awareness Month in Alabama. ALS, commonly referred to as Lou Gehrig's disease, is a progressive and fatal neurodegenerative disease that severely impacts muscle control and communication abilities. The resolution emphasizes the urgency of raising public awareness about this disease, underlining that every 90 minutes, an individual is both diagnosed with and succumbs to ALS, highlighting the disease's severity and the need for increased support.

Contention

While the bill enjoys broad support from various stakeholders, some discussions hint at the challenge of mobilizing sufficient public and governmental support for ALS initiatives in the face of competing health concerns. Advocates are concerned that without a concerted effort in raising awareness and funding, progress in ALS research may slow, delaying future treatments that could change the lives of millions affected by this disease.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

AL HR279

ALS Awareness Month, recognized

AL H4504

May as ALS Awareness Month

AL SR17

A RESOLUTION recognizing May 2025 as Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Awareness Month.

AL SR0986

ALS AWARENESS MONTH

AL HR0772

ALS AWARENESS MONTH

AL SP0781

JOINT RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING MAY 2025 AS AMYOTROPHIC LATERAL SCLEROSIS AWARENESS MONTH

AL SR116

Designates the month of May as ALS Awareness Month in Louisiana.

AL SR589

Recognizing May 2025 as ALS Awareness Month.

AL HR229

Designates the month of May as ALS Awareness Month in Louisiana

AL SR555

Recognizing May of 2025 as ALS Awareness Month.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.