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

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Summary of Bill HRES 361

Bill 118 HRES 361, also known as the "Brain Donation Awareness Day" bill, is a piece of legislation that aims to designate May 7th of each year as a day to raise awareness about the importance of brain donation. The bill emphasizes the critical role that brain donation plays in advancing scientific research and understanding of various neurological disorders and diseases.

The bill highlights the significance of brain donation in helping researchers study and find cures for conditions such as Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, and other neurological disorders. By encouraging individuals to consider donating their brains for research purposes, the bill aims to support efforts to improve diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of these debilitating conditions.

Furthermore, the bill recognizes the selfless act of brain donation as a valuable contribution to the scientific community and society as a whole. By designating May 7th as "Brain Donation Awareness Day," the bill seeks to educate the public about the benefits of brain donation and encourage more individuals to consider making this important decision. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 361 serves as a reminder of the critical role that brain donation plays in advancing medical research and finding cures for neurological disorders. It emphasizes the importance of raising awareness about brain donation and encourages individuals to consider making this valuable contribution to science.

Congressional Summary of HRES 361

This resolution supports the designation of Brain Donation Awareness Day to raise awareness of postmortem brain donation and its importance in scientific research on neurological conditions.

Current Status of Bill HRES 361

Bill HRES 361 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 5, 2023. Bill HRES 361 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 5, 2023.  Bill HRES 361's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of May 12, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 361

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
6
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
4
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 361

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

Commemorative events and holidaysNeurological disordersOrgan and tissue donation and transplantation

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 361

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