Wesley Bell (D-MO)
Expressing support for the designation of the month of April 2026 as "Parkinson's Awareness Month".
A Democratic resolution with 1 Republican cosponsor · See all 3 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
In committee
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
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What this bill would do
This resolution expresses support for designating April 2026 as "Parkinson's Awareness Month." It highlights the significant impact of Parkinson's disease, which affects over 1,000,000 individuals in the United States. The text notes that the disease is the fastest-growing and second most common neurodegenerative disease globally. It also addresses the economic and personal burdens faced by patients and their caregivers. Finally, the House of Representatives expresses support for the goals of the awareness month and the continued research for treatments and a cure.
Yes· 3 of 5
- Scored +1
Would people over 65 be better off under this?
The resolution supports research and quality of life improvements for a disease that affects millions, including many seniors.
- Scored +1
Would people with disabilities be better off under this?
The resolution supports research and dignity for individuals living with the neurodegenerative effects of Parkinson's disease.
- Scored +1
Does this make health care easier to get in general?
The resolution expresses support for research into treatments and a cure for Parkinson's disease.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Support for Disease Treatment and Cure: The resolution continues to support research intended to find better treatments and a cure for Parkinson's disease (Section 1, Clause 3).
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Recognition of Clinical Trial Participants: The resolution recognizes individuals living with Parkinson's disease who participate in vital clinical trials to advance knowledge of the disease (Section 1, Clause 4).
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Commendation of Support Systems: The resolution commends the dedication of organizations, volunteers, and researchers working to improve the quality of life for people living with Parkinson's and their families (Section 1, Clause 5).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts or burdens are identified within the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would people with disabilities be better off under this? — The resolution supports research and dignity for individuals living with the neurodegenerative effects of Parkinson's disease. Would people over 65 be better off under this? — The resolution supports research and quality of life improvements for a disease that affects millions, including many seniors.
- Healthcare
- Does this make health care easier to get in general? — The resolution expresses support for research into treatments and a cure for Parkinson's disease. Does this put more money into medical research? — The bill expresses continued support for research to find better treatments and a cure for Parkinson's disease.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this expand the rights of people with disabilities? — The resolution aims to maintain the dignity of individuals living with Parkinson's disease.
- 4/16/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/15/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/14/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
3 bills Congress.gov lists as related to this one — companions in the other chamber, earlier versions, and bills this one absorbed or was folded into.
- 119-HRES-345: Expressing support for designation of the month of April 2025 as "Parkinsons Awareness Month".
- 119-SRES-194: A resolution expressing support for the designation of the month of April 2025 as "Parkinson's Awareness Month".
- 119-SRES-696: A resolution expressing support for the designation of the month of April 2026 as "Parkinson's Awareness Month".
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