This resolution expresses congressional support for designating June 7, 2026, as "Tourette Syndrome Awareness Day" to increase public understanding and acceptance of the neurological disorder. Tourette Syndrome is an inherited condition characterized by involuntary physical and vocal tics that often occurs alongside other conditions like attention deficit disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, and anxiety, affecting approximately 1 in 50 children nationwide. The resolution highlights that while medication can help some cases, there is currently no standard treatment or cure, and the disorder is frequently misdiagnosed and misunderstood. The measure aims to reduce stigma and encourage greater professional expertise in identifying and treating the condition, with support from the Tourette Association of America. This is a symbolic resolution with no funding or implementation timeline, as it simply designates a single day for awareness purposes.
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