Georgia legislation · 2025-2026 Regular Session
Georgia HR1833: ALS Awareness Month; May 2026; recognize
Status: Passed both chambers, March 20, 2026
A RESOLUTION recognizing May 2026 as ALS Awareness Month; and for other purposes.
What the bill says
A resolution Recognizing May 2026 as ALS Awareness Month; and for other purposes.
From the introduced text:
A RESOLUTION Recognizing May 2026 as ALS Awareness Month; and for other purposes. WHEREAS, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, commonly known as ALS or Lou Gehrig's disease, is a progressive, fatal neurodegenerative disease in which the brain loses connection with the muscles, slowly reducing a person's ability to walk, talk, eat, and eventually breathe; and WHEREAS, ALS does not discriminate--it can affect anyone, regardless of age, race, or background, and its impact extends beyond those diagnosed to their families, caregivers, and entire communities; and WHEREAS, thousands of new ALS cases are reported in the United States every year, and estimates show that every 90 minutes, someone is diagnosed with ALS and someone passes away from the disease; and WHEREAS, on average, patients diagnosed with ALS survive only two to five years from the time of diagnosis, underscoring the urgency of research, treatment access, and compassionate support; and H. R. 1833 LC 112 4025 WHEREAS, the exact causes of ALS remain unknown and there is currently no known cure, making sustained investment in research and clinical trials of critical importance; and WHEREAS, people who have served in the military are more likely to develop ALS and die from the disease than those without a history of military service, reflecting a particular debt of gratitude owed to those veterans and their families; and WHEREAS, …
Sponsors
- Samuel Park (D, 107) · primary sponsor
- Al Williams (D, 168)
- Spencer Frye (D, 122)
- Cannon, Park (D, 58)
- Saira Draper (D, 90)
Latest actions
- : House Read and Adopted
- : House First Readers
- : House Hopper
Common questions
- What is HR1833?
- HR1833 is a bill in the Georgia Legislature (2025-2026 Regular Session): ALS Awareness Month; May 2026; recognize.
- What does HR1833 do?
- In its own words: A resolution Recognizing May 2026 as ALS Awareness Month; and for other purposes.
- What is the status of HR1833?
- Passed both chambers as of March 20, 2026. Latest action: House Read and Adopted (March 20, 2026).
- Who sponsored HR1833?
- Samuel Park (D, 107), with 4 co-sponsors.
- Where is the official record for HR1833?
- On the Georgia Legislature website: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/74335
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