Lisa Murkowski (R-AK)
A resolution designating May 2025 as "ALS Awareness Month".
A Republican resolution with 2 Democratic cosponsors · See all 3 cosponsors
Last activity — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3273; text: CR S3256-3257)
Adopted
The chamber formally agreed to it, and for a resolution that is the finish line: what it says is now officially the chamber's position, rule or tribute.
Nothing more is needed. A resolution is how a chamber speaks for itself or sets its own rules, so adopting it is what puts it into effect. It is not a law, so there is nothing for the President to sign.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- Officially Recorded
- Adopted by the Senate unanimous consent
A Senate resolution is the Senate speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the Senate agrees to it, it is officially the Senate's word; it is not a law, so the House and the President have no part in it.
The Senate by unanimous consent (no one objected, so there was no vote): no senator's position on it was recorded.
What this bill would do
This resolution designates May 2025 as ``ALS Awareness Month''. It highlights that amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects nerve cells and can lead to paralysis of vital functions. The text notes that life expectancy is often between 2 and 5 years after diagnosis. It also points out that tens of thousands of people in the United States have the disease, with new diagnoses occurring daily. Finally, the resolution affirms the Senate's dedication to supporting those living with ALS and finding causes or treatments.
Yes· 3 of 8
- Scored +3
Does this make health care easier to get in general?
The resolution affirms dedication to ensuring individuals have access to effective treatments and high-quality services.
- Scored +3
Would people with disabilities be better off under this?
The resolution focuses on empowering those with ALS to maintain personal independence.
- Scored +3
Does this expand the rights of people with disabilities?
The resolution focuses on empowering individuals with ALS to maintain personal independence.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Designation of Awareness Month: By designating May 2025 as ``ALS Awareness Month'', the resolution aims to bring attention to the disease (Section 1).
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Access to Treatment and Support: The Senate affirms its dedication to ensuring people with ALS have access to effective treatments and high-quality services and supports as early as possible after diagnosis (Section 2A).
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Prevention Efforts: There is a commitment to identifying risk factors and causes of ALS to help prevent new cases (Section 2B).
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Personal Independence: The resolution aims to empower individuals with ALS to maintain their personal independence to the maximum extent possible (Section 2C).
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Reduction of Burdens: The Senate intends to work toward reducing the physical and emotional burdens of living with the disease (Section 2D).
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Recognition of Caregivers and Researchers: The resolution commends the work of family members, friends, organizations, volunteers, and researchers who work to improve the quality and length of life for patients (Section 3).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts or burdens are mentioned in the text of this resolution.
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.
- Healthcare
- Does this make health care easier to get in general? — The resolution affirms dedication to ensuring individuals have access to effective treatments and high-quality services. Does this put more money into medical research? — The resolution highlights the importance of research to identify risk factors and develop treatments or cures. Does this help veterans get medical care? — The resolution notes that veterans are more likely to be diagnosed with ALS and affirms dedication to treatment access.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would people with disabilities be better off under this? — The resolution focuses on empowering those with ALS to maintain personal independence. Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together? — The resolution notes that veterans are at higher risk for ALS and affirms dedication to their care.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this expand the rights of people with disabilities? — The resolution focuses on empowering individuals with ALS to maintain personal independence.
- Education And Technology
- Does this put more money into scientific research? — The resolution supports research efforts to identify causes and find treatments for ALS.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive? — The resolution notes that veterans are at higher risk for ALS and affirms dedication to support.
- 6/5/2025
- Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
- Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3273; text: CR S3256-3257)
- 3 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in Senate
Christopher CoonsDemocrat · Delaware
Tom CottonRepublican · Arkansas
Sheldon WhitehouseDemocrat · Rhode Island