Bill · H.Res. 831· House(119-HRES-831)
Expressing support for the designation of October 2025 as "National Down Syndrome Awareness Month".
- Introduced
- 10/24/2025
- Last activity
- 10/24/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- Sponsored by
- Andrew Garbarino
- Cosponsors
- - 2 - 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 October 2025 as National Down Syndrome Awareness Month. It highlights that about 6,000 babies are born with Down syndrome in the United States every year. The text notes that life expectancy for individuals with Down syndrome has increased from 25 years in 1983 to 60 years in 2025. It recognizes that people with Down syndrome attend school, work, vote, and contribute to society. The measure also acknowledges the increase in Federal investment for Down syndrome research through the National Institutes of Health. Finally, the House of Representatives resolves to support the awareness month, commend those working to improve the community's quality of life, and reiterate its commitment to Federal research investment.
Yes· 3 of 10
Would people with disabilities be better off under this?+9
The resolution specifically honors and advocates for individuals with Down syndrome and other disabilities.
Does this expand the rights of people with disabilities?+8
The resolution promotes awareness, celebration, and support for individuals with Down syndrome.
Does this put more money into medical research?+7
The resolution expresses commitment to increasing federal investment in Down syndrome research through the NIH.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Support for Awareness: Resolved clause (1) expresses support for designating October 2025 as National Down Syndrome Awareness Month. This is positive because it brings public attention to the community.
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Celebration of Individuals and Families: Resolved clause (2) states that the awareness month is an opportunity to celebrate people with Down syndrome and their families as they advocate for access and opportunity. This provides positive recognition for these individuals and their loved ones.
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Commendation of Contributors: Resolved clause (3) commends people with Down syndrome, their families, medical researchers, doctors, scientists, and organizations for improving the quality of life for people with Down syndrome. This properly acknowledges the hard work of these groups.
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Commitment to Research and Policies: Resolved clause (4) reiterates Congress's commitment to ensuring Federal investment into Down syndrome research and pursuing policies to better support the community. This is a positive step toward ongoing medical and social support.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No Negative Impacts Identified: The provided text does not contain any sections or provisions that outline 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+9Good For Children+6Good For Middle Aged+6Good For Seniors+6Good For Young Adults+6Good For Students+5
- Healthcare
- Increases Research Funding+7Improves Healthcare Access+5
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Disability Rights+8
- Education And Technology
- Increases Scientific Research Funding+6
- 8/20/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 11/10/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 10/24/2025
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
Josh GottheimerDemocrat · New Jersey
Nick LaLotaRepublican · New York
Michael LawlerRepublican · New York