A resolution designating September 25, 2023, as "National Ataxia Awareness Day", and raising awareness of ataxia, ataxia research, and the search for a cure.

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Summary of Bill SRES 507

Bill 118 sres 507, also known as the "National Ataxia Awareness Day" resolution, aims to designate September 25, 2023, as a day to raise awareness about ataxia, ataxia research, and the ongoing search for a cure. Ataxia is a neurological disorder that affects coordination, balance, and speech, and can have a significant impact on a person's quality of life.

The resolution highlights the importance of increasing awareness about ataxia and the need for continued research to better understand and treat this condition. By designating a specific day for National Ataxia Awareness, the hope is to educate the public about the challenges faced by individuals living with ataxia and to encourage support for research efforts aimed at finding a cure.

Overall, Bill 118 sres 507 seeks to bring attention to ataxia and its impact on individuals and families, while also promoting the importance of funding and supporting research initiatives to improve the lives of those affected by this condition.

Congressional Summary of SRES 507


This resolution designates National Ataxia Awareness Day to bring attention to this condition. Ataxia is a clinical manifestation that indicates degeneration or dysfunction of the brain that negatively affects coordination, precision, and accurate timing of physical movements.

Current Status of Bill SRES 507

Bill SRES 507 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 14, 2023. Bill SRES 507 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on December 14, 2023.  Bill SRES 507's most recent activity was Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6011; text: CR S6002-6003) as of December 14, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 507

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 507

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

Congressional tributesNeurological disorders

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 507

A resolution designating September 25, 2023, as "National Ataxia Awareness Day", and raising awareness of ataxia, ataxia research, and the search for a cure.A resolution designating September 25, 2023, as "National Ataxia Awareness Day", and raising awareness of ataxia, ataxia research, and the search for a cure.
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