Bill · H.Res. 1331· House(119-HRES-1331)
Expressing support for the designation of June 1, 2026, through June 7, 2026, as "Hidradenitis Suppurativa Awareness Week".
- Introduced
- 6/2/2026
- Last activity
- 6/2/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- Sponsored by
- Debbie Dingell
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 1
- Introduced
- In Committee
A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
This resolution expresses support for designating June 1, 2026, through June 7, 2026, as Hidradenitis Suppurativa Awareness Week. It highlights that Hidradenitis Suppurativa is a chronic, inflammatory skin disease affecting about 3,300,000 people in the United States. The text notes that the condition causes painful nodules, abscesses, and profound psychological distress. It also points out that many individuals face delayed diagnoses, which contribute to worse disease progression and higher healthcare costs. Finally, the resolution recognizes the importance of increasing public awareness, promoting timely diagnoses, supporting biomedical research, and advancing policies to improve care for patients and their caregivers.
Yes· 3 of 12
Does this make health care easier to get in general?+4
The resolution recognizes the importance of improving access to care and therapies for individuals with hidradenitis suppurativa.
Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this?+3
The resolution notes that individuals are frequently diagnosed in the prime of their lives, making this awareness beneficial for young adults.
Would people with disabilities be better off under this?+3
Aids individuals dealing with chronic physical suffering and reduced quality of life due to a severe skin disease.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Recognizing the importance of increasing awareness and education about the disease among the public and health professionals, as outlined in Resolved (2)(A), which could help address the issue where 75 percent of individuals are misdiagnosed or diagnosed late.
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Promoting timely and accurate diagnosis through improved screening and culturally competent care, as noted in Resolved (2)(B), which may help prevent missed critical windows for early intervention.
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Supporting biomedical research to better understand the disease and accelerating the development of effective treatments while expanding access to existing therapies, according to Resolved (2)(C) and (D), which addresses the urgent need for new treatments and better patient outcomes.
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Advancing policies that improve access to care and quality of life for people living with the condition and their caregivers, found in Resolved (2)(E), which aims to help those whose ability to work and participate fully in society is affected.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Based on the provided text, there are no specific sections or provisions identified that would cause negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For People With Disabilities+3Good For Young Adults+3Good For Children+2Good For Middle Aged+2Good For Women+2Good For Low Income Households+1Good For Men+1Good For Middle Class Households+1Good For Seniors+1
- Healthcare
- Improves Healthcare Access+4Increases Research Funding+3
- Education And Technology
- Increases Scientific Research Funding+3
- 9/21/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 6/2/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
John JoyceRepublican · Pennsylvania
Kevin MullinDemocrat · California