H.Res. 896 · 110th Congress

Recognizing the need to pursue research into the causes, a treatment, and an eventual cure for primary lateral sclerosis, supporting the goals and ideals of the Hardy Brown Primary Lateral Sclerosis Awareness Month, and for other purposes.

Stage
Passed chamber resolution
Sponsor
Joe Baca
Introduced
2007-12-19
Latest action
2008-07-30 · The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.

Summary

Recognizes the need to continue research into the causes, treatment, and a cure for primary lateral sclerosis.

Commends: (1) hospitals, community clinics, educational institutes, and other organizations that are working to increase awareness of, and conducting research for methods to help patients suffering from, the disorder; and (2) the Spastic Paraplegia Foundation for its efforts to educate, support, and provide hope for individuals who suffer from the disorder, while funding research to help find a cure.

Expresses support for the designation of a Primary Lateral Sclerosis Awareness Month.