Bill · H.Res. 449· House(119-HRES-449)
Supports the designation of "ALS Awareness Month".
- Introduced
- 5/29/2025
- Last activity
- 5/29/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- Sponsored by
- Jason Crow
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 2
- 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 supports the designation of ALS Awareness Month. It highlights that ALS is a progressive neurodegenerative disease affecting nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord, with a typical life expectancy of two to five years after diagnosis. The text notes that military veterans are more likely to be diagnosed with ALS compared to those with no military service history. It also points out that there is currently no cure for the disease and that patients and caregivers often face significant costs for medical care, equipment, and home care services. Finally, the measure states the dedication of the House of Representatives to helping ALS patients, supporting research, and reducing the burdens placed on families and caregivers.
Yes· 3 of 8
Does this help veterans get medical care?+5
The resolution acknowledges that veterans are more likely to be diagnosed with ALS and affirms a dedication to ensuring access to treatments and support.
Does this make health care easier to get in general?+5
The resolution affirms a dedication to ensuring people with ALS have access to effective treatments and high-quality services.
Does this put more money into medical research?+5
The resolution emphasizes identifying risk factors and the development of treatments and cures.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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The House of Representatives affirms its dedication to ensuring people with ALS have access to effective treatments as soon as possible and to identifying risk factors and causes to prevent new cases, as outlined in resolved paragraph (2). This is positive because it aims to bring treatments to patients more quickly and prevent future diagnoses.
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The resolution affirms a dedication to empowering people with ALS to engage with the world the way they want, according to resolved paragraph (3). This is beneficial as it supports the personal freedom and engagement of those living with the disease.
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The text affirms a dedication to reducing the physical, emotional, and financial burdens of living with ALS, as stated in resolved paragraph (4). This can help lower the heavy tolls that patients and their families face.
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The measure affirms a dedication to ensuring all people with ALS and their caregivers receive high-quality services and supports that benefit them, found in resolved paragraph (5). This is positive because it directly supports both the individuals suffering from the disease and the people who care for them.
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The House commends the dedication of family members, friends, organizations, volunteers, researchers, and caregivers working to improve the quality and length of life for patients, per resolved paragraph (6). This acknowledges and values the hard work of those supporting the ALS community.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- There are no potential negative impacts or burdens for individuals or groups mentioned in the text of this resolution.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Healthcare
- Improves Healthcare Access+5Improves Veterans Healthcare+5Increases Research Funding+5
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For People With Disabilities+5Good For Veterans+5
- Education And Technology
- Increases Scientific Research Funding+5
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Veterans Benefits+5
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Disability Rights+5
- 5/29/2025
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- 3 Cosponsors added.
Ken CalvertRepublican · California
Brian FitzpatrickRepublican · Pennsylvania
Terri SewellDemocrat · Alabama