Bill · H.Res. 872· House(119-HRES-872)

Supporting the goals and ideals of "Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (CJD) Awareness Day".

Age: 49 years

California

Introduced: 11/10/2025
Last activity: 11/10/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Sponsored by: David Valadao
Cosponsors: - 7 - 9

Health

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 goals and ideals of "Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (CJD) Awareness Day." It highlights that CJD is a rare, fatal brain disorder that occurs in approximately 1 to 2 cases per million individuals each year. The text notes that the disease causes rapid mental and physical deterioration, typically leading to death within a few months to a year. The resolution emphasizes the importance of prion disease surveillance to protect public health and understand disease transmission. Finally, it calls for the establishment of November 12, 2025, as "Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (CJD) Awareness Day" to raise awareness.

Yes· 3 of 6

Would people over 65 be better off under this?+3
CJD and ADRD primarily affect older adults, and increased awareness can improve care and research for this group.
Would people with disabilities be better off under this?+3
Provides awareness and support for individuals suffering from a severe neurological disorder.
Would retired people be better off under this?+3
Retirees are more likely to be affected by these types of neurodegenerative diseases.