Expressing support for the designation of April 2008 as National Sarcoidosis Awareness Month, and supporting efforts to devote new resources to research the causes of the disease, environmental and otherwise, along with treatments and workforce strategies to support individuals with sarcoidosis.

Supports the goals and ideals of National Sarcoidosis Awareness Month.

Recognizes that sarcoidosis has played a prominent yet hidden role in America's workforce history.

Supports research efforts to better understand the links between sarcoidosis and specific occupations where sarcoidosis is disproportionately represented.