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H.Res. 796 is a symbolic resolution expressing support for designating October 9-16, 2025, as "National Dyspraxia/Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) Awareness Week." Dyspraxia/DCD is a lifelong neurodevelopmental disorder affecting motor skills like balance and coordination, impacting approximately 5-6 percent of Americans (roughly 20 million people), yet remains widely underdiagnosed and unfamiliar to many parents, teachers, and healthcare providers. The resolution highlights that while there is no cure, the condition can be managed through therapies such as speech, physical, and occupational therapy, and that early diagnosis and treatment significantly improve quality of life and reduce secondary issues like anxiety and depression. The resolution contains no funding or specific implementation requirements; instead, it commits Congress to supporting awareness efforts and encourages states and localities to do the same. This measure aims to draw attention to a largely overlooked condition and advocate for better research, diagnosis, and treatment services, particularly for underserved low-income and minority communities.

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