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Committee recommends resolution naming May 2026 ALS Awareness Month
Summary
Senate Joint Resolution 9 98, presented by Senator Yarbrough with the primary sponsorship noted as Senator Iberia, recognizes May 2026 as ALS Awareness Month. Committee discussion noted prior similar actions; resolution was recommended to the calendar.
Senator Yarbrough presented Senate Joint Resolution 9 98 to signal solidarity with people affected by ALS and to recognize May 2026 as ALS Awareness Month. The sponsor described ALS as a fatal degenerative disease and emphasized the resolution's purpose of raising awareness and signaling support to patients and families.
Senator Hensley asked whether a similar designation had been considered previously; members noted prior measures and proceeded without extended debate. The resolution was recommended for passage to the committee on the calendar.
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