Emanuel Cleaver (D-MO)
Expressing support for the designation of September 2026 as "National Polycystic Kidney Disease Awareness Month", and raising awareness and understanding of polycystic kidney disease.
A Democratic resolution with 1 Republican cosponsor · See the cosponsor
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 September 2026 as National Polycystic Kidney Disease Awareness Month. It aims to raise public awareness and understanding of polycystic kidney disease, which affects about 500,000 people in the United States. The text notes that the disease is a progressive genetic disorder with very few treatments and no cure. It also highlights the work of the PKD Foundation and its advocates in conducting research, fostering awareness, educating families, and providing support. Finally, the House of Representatives resolves to support the goals of the awareness month, recognize the need for additional research, and encourage people to support the designation.
Yes· 3 of 4
- Scored +4
Does this put more money into medical research?
The resolution recognizes the need for additional research to find a cure for polycystic kidney disease.
- Scored +3
Does this make health care easier to get in general?
The resolution raises awareness and encourages support for individuals with polycystic kidney disease to manage their health and visit providers.
- Scored +3
Would people with disabilities be better off under this?
The resolution focuses on raising awareness, understanding, and research for a chronic, progressive genetic disorder.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Raising public awareness and understanding of polycystic kidney disease through the designated month will help foster an understanding of the impact the disease has on individuals and their families, as stated in the preamble and Resolved, That the House of Representatives--(2).
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Recognizing the need for additional research to find a cure for polycystic kidney disease is supported, which aligns with the efforts of the PKD Foundation and its advocates in Resolved, That the House of Representatives--(3) and the preamble regarding research to find treatments and a cure.
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Encouraging all people in the United States and interested groups to support the awareness month through appropriate ceremonies and activities promotes public awareness and fosters understanding of the disease's impact, as outlined in Resolved, That the House of Representatives--(4).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- The provided text does not contain any sections or provisions that outline negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
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- Healthcare
- Does this put more money into medical research? — The resolution recognizes the need for additional research to find a cure for polycystic kidney disease. Does this make health care easier to get in general? — The resolution raises awareness and encourages support for individuals with polycystic kidney disease to manage their health and visit providers.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would people with disabilities be better off under this? — The resolution focuses on raising awareness, understanding, and research for a chronic, progressive genetic disorder. Would people over 65 be better off under this? — The resolution supports awareness and research for a disease that impacts individuals across ages, including older adults experiencing kidney failure.
- 10/1/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
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Sam GravesRepublican · Missouri