Pennsylvania HR470: A Resolution designating May 15, 2026, as "Prader Willi Syndrome Awareness Day" in Pennsylvania.

What the bill says

A resolution Designating May 15, 2026, as "Prader Willi Syndrome Awareness Day" in Pennsylvania.

From the introduced text, April 8, 2026:

A RESOLUTION Designating May 15, 2026, as "Prader Willi Syndrome Awareness Day" in Pennsylvania. WHEREAS, Prader Willi Syndrome (PWS) is a rare and complex genetic disorder that affects multiple systems of the body and requires lifelong medical care, specialized support and strong community understanding; and WHEREAS, This syndrome impacts more than 30 million citizens of the United States; and WHEREAS, One of the hallmark symptoms of the syndrome is hyperphagia, which means that individuals with PWS never feel full after eating, which often leads to obesity and complications from obesity; and WHEREAS, Other common symptoms include poor muscle tone, distinct facial features, poor sucking reflex, behavioral problems and cognitive impairment; and WHEREAS, Raising awareness is essential to improving early diagnosis, access to appropriate care and the overall quality of life for individuals and families impacted by PWS; and WHEREAS, Regularly attending well-baby doctor's appointments may help identify the syndrome earlier and lead to early intervention to help the family navigate the complexity of PWS; and WHEREAS, Individuals can be carriers of PWS, meaning that the individual may not show symptoms while the chromosomal abnormality can be passed to the individual's children without knowing of the risk; and WHEREAS, May is recognized as Prader Willi Syndrome Awareness Month each year to raise awareness and demonstrate support for those in our communities …

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Sponsors

• Leanne Krueger (D, 161) · primary sponsor
• Carol Hill-Evans (D, 95)
• Arvind Venkat (D, 30)
• Jeanne McNeill (D, 133)
• Joseph Hohenstein (D, 177)
• Robert FREEMAN (D, 136)
• Nikki Rivera (D, 96)
• Benjamin Sanchez (D, 153)
• Ed Neilson (D, HD-174)
• Eddie Pashinski (D, 121)
• Tarik Khan (D, 194)
• Jeremy Shaffer (R, 28)

Latest actions

1. May 4, 2026: (Remarks see House Journal Page 419-420), May 4, 2026
2. May 4, 2026: Adopted, May 4, 2026 (199-2)
3. April 14, 2026: Reported as committed, April 14, 2026
4. April 8, 2026: Referred to HEALTH, April 8, 2026

Votes

• Adopted, May 4, 2026 (199-2) (May 4, 2026): 199 yea, 2 nay, passed
• House Health: Report Bill As Committed (April 14, 2026): 26 yea, 0 nay, passed

Common questions

What is HR470?

HR470 is a bill in the Pennsylvania Legislature (2025-2026 Regular Session): A Resolution designating May 15, 2026, as "Prader Willi Syndrome Awareness Day" in Pennsylvania.

What does HR470 do?

In its own words: A resolution Designating May 15, 2026, as "Prader Willi Syndrome Awareness Day" in Pennsylvania.

What is the status of HR470?

Passed both chambers as of May 4, 2026. Latest action: (Remarks see House Journal Page 419-420), May 4, 2026 (May 4, 2026).

Who sponsored HR470?

Leanne Krueger (D, 161), with 11 co-sponsors.

Where is the official record for HR470?

On the Pennsylvania Legislature website: https://www.palegis.us/legislation/bills/2025/hr470