Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HR361

Introduced
5/5/23  
Refer
5/5/23  

Caption

Expressing support for the designation of May 7 each year as "Brain Donation Awareness Day".

Impact

This resolution seeks to bolster national efforts to improve the understanding and treatment of neurological conditions, which are affecting millions of Americans. It emphasizes the importance of inclusivity in research, particularly advocating for increased representation of racial and socioeconomic minorities in neurological studies, as they are often underrepresented yet disproportionately affected by these conditions. This shift could inform better-targeted treatments and health policies.

Summary

House Resolution 361 proposes the designation of May 7 each year as 'Brain Donation Awareness Day' to promote awareness around brain donation and its significance for advancing neurological research. The resolution highlights the critical need for post-mortem brain tissue in understanding, preventing, and treating neurological disorders. By recognizing this day, the resolution aims to encourage Americans to consider brain donation as an impactful contribution to scientific progress in neurology.

Contention

While the resolution is largely supportive of research on neurological diseases, there may be different views on brain donation ethics and the public perception of such initiatives. Some individuals may have reservations about the implications of encouraging brain donation, particularly in cultures where the act of donating body parts is viewed with skepticism. Therefore, effective awareness campaigns must address such concerns while conveying the benefits of advancing neurological health research.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

US HR355

Supporting the designation of May 2023 as "National Brain Tumor Awareness Month".

US HR372

Expressing support for the designation of May 2023 as "Mental Health Awareness Month".

US HR391

Expressing support for the designation of May 2023 as "Arthritis Awareness Month".

US HR415

Expressing support for the designation of May as "National Bladder Cancer Awareness Month".

US HR404

Expressing support for the designation of May 15, 2023, as "Prader-Willi Syndrome Awareness Day" to raise awareness of and promote research on the disorder.

US HR347

Expressing support for designation of the month of April 2023 as "Parkinson's Awareness Month".

US HR379

Expressing support for the designation of May 6, 2023, as "National Sport Brain Health Day".

US HR485

Expressing support for the designation of "Batten Disease Awareness Day" on June 9.

US HR120

Expressing support for designation of the month of February 2023 as "National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month".

US HR359

Expressing support for the designation of May 2023 as "National Physical Fitness and Sports Month".

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