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S.Res. 917

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A resolution expressing support for the designation of September as "Dystonia Awareness Month" to promote public awareness and understanding of dystonia.
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Passed
Latest Action · September 29, 2026
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
Introduced
September 29, 2026
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This Senate resolution expresses support for designating September as "Dystonia Awareness Month" to raise public understanding of dystonia, a neurological disorder causing involuntary muscle contractions and abnormal movements or postures. It affects an estimated 250,000 to 300,000 people in the United States, though the actual number may be higher due to underdiagnosis, and it can impact individuals of any age or background, including servicemembers and veterans affected by traumatic brain injury or related conditions. The resolution highlights the lack of a cure, the existing treatments like botulinum toxin injections and deep brain stimulation, and the ongoing research efforts, including studies funded by the Department of Defense's Peer Reviewed Medical Research Program. It calls for continued research into new treatments and a cure, commends medical professionals working on the condition, and encourages Americans to mark the month with educational programs and activities. As a resolution, it carries no funding, enforcement mechanisms, or legal requirements—it is a symbolic statement of support.

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