Bill · H.Res. 253· House(119-HRES-253)
Expressing support for the designation of May 15, 2025, as "Prader-Willi Syndrome Awareness Day" to raise awareness of and promote research on the disorder.
- Introduced
- 3/25/2025
- Last activity
- 3/25/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- Sponsored by
- Paul Tonko
- Cosponsors
- - 0 - 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 May 15, 2025, as "Prader-Willi Syndrome Awareness Day." The goal is to raise awareness of the disorder and promote research to address it. The text highlights that Prader-Willi syndrome is a rare genetic disorder that causes extreme appetite, obesity, and other health complications. It notes that there is currently no known cure. The resolution aims to recognize the efforts of advocates and the importance of advancing research, diagnostics, and potential cures.
Yes· 3 of 10
Would children be better off under this?+5
The resolution highlights the impact of PWS on children and promotes research to improve their lives.
Would people with disabilities be better off under this?+5
The resolution supports the needs of those living with a rare genetic disorder.
Does this make health care easier to get in general?+5
The resolution promotes awareness, early diagnosis, and the development of new treatments for PWS.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Increased Awareness and Education: The designation of a specific day aims to improve public awareness and education regarding the disorder (Resolution, Section 4A).
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Improved Diagnosis: The resolution recognizes the importance of encouraging accurate and early diagnosis, which allows families to access treatment and support services (Resolution, Section s 4B; Whereas clause regarding early diagnosis).
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Advancement of Research and Treatments: The resolution supports advancing research to develop new treatments, diagnostics, and an eventual cure (Resolution, Section 4C and 4D).
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Better Understanding of Public Health: Increased research into this disorder is likely to lead to a better understanding of common public health concerns such as mental health and childhood obesity (Whereas clause regarding increased research).
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Support for Regulatory Pathways: The resolution recognizes the importance of identifying regulatory pathways for drug development for rare diseases like Prader-Willi syndrome (Resolution, Section 4E).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts or burdens are explicitly mentioned in the provided text.
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 Children+5Good For People With Disabilities+5Good For Middle Aged+3Good For Seniors+3Good For Young Adults+3
- Healthcare
- Improves Healthcare Access+5Increases Research Funding+5Improves Mental Health Access+3
- Education And Technology
- Increases Scientific Research Funding+5
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Disability Rights+5
- 3/25/2025
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
Maria SalazarRepublican · Florida