| Bill | SRES 588 |
|---|---|
| Type of Legislation | Senate Resolution |
| Congress | 116 |
| Status | Archived — 116th Congress concluded |
| Source | View original on Congress.gov |
Geographic Scope
National
Description
This resolution designates May 2020 as ALS Awareness Month and commends efforts to improve the quality and length of life for patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). ALS is a progressive neurodegenerative disease, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, that affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord.
Bill Title
A resolution designating May 2020 as "ALS Awareness Month".
Linked Goals
Steps
- 2020-05-19: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2508; text: CR S2507-2508)
- 2020-05-19: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S2508; text: CR S2507-2508)
- 2020-05-19: Introduced in Senate
Projected Outcome
A more informed proposal or public response aligned with the Promote General Welfare goal.