Pennsylvania SR410: A Resolution recognizing September 7, 2026, as "Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Awareness Day" in Pennsylvania.

What the bill says

A resolution Recognizing September 7, 2026, as "Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Awareness Day" in Pennsylvania.

From the introduced text, October 27, 2026:

A RESOLUTION Recognizing September 7, 2026, as "Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Awareness Day" in Pennsylvania. WHEREAS, "World Duchenne Awareness Day" is observed globally on September 7 to raise awareness about Duchenne muscular dystrophy, a rare progressive disorder caused by a mutation in the gene producing dystrophin, a protein essential for muscle protection; and WHEREAS, According to the Muscular Dystrophy Association, Duchenne muscular dystrophy affects 1 out of every 5,000 children, approximately 15,000 children in the United States; and WHEREAS, Decker Murphy was diagnosed with Duchenne muscular dystrophy in January 2024 and celebrated his ninth birthday on August 30, 2026; and WHEREAS, Through "Decker's Blueprint," a nonprofit organization that was created to honor Decker and his passion for building and designing new homes just like his father, the Murphy family has done much to advocate for early diagnosis and long-term treatment or cure to Duchenne muscular dystrophy; and WHEREAS, Despite the challenges posed by his condition, Decker embodies the spirit of a fighter, never giving up and always pushing forward; therefore be it RESOLVED, That the Senate recognize September 7, 2026, as "Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Awareness Day" in Pennsylvania; and be it further RESOLVED, That the Senate honor Decker Murphy and all of the courageous children who have been diagnosed with Duchenne muscular dystrophy and highlight the incredible work of advocacy groups …

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Sponsors

• Scott Martin (R, 13) · primary sponsor
• Amanda Cappelletti (D, 17)
• Jay Costa (D, 43)
• Arthur Haywood (D, 4)
• Patty Kim (D, 15)
• Kristin Phillips-Hill (R, 28)
• Joseph Picozzi (R, 5)
• Sharif Street (D, 3)
• Vogel Jr., Elder A. (R, 47)
• Judith Ward (R, 30)

Latest actions

1. October 27, 2026: Referred to RULES AND EXECUTIVE NOMINATIONS, Oct. 27, 2026

Common questions

What is SR410?

SR410 is a bill in the Pennsylvania Legislature (2025-2026 Regular Session): A Resolution recognizing September 7, 2026, as "Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Awareness Day" in Pennsylvania.

What does SR410 do?

In its own words: A resolution Recognizing September 7, 2026, as "Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Awareness Day" in Pennsylvania.

What is the status of SR410?

In committee as of October 27, 2026. Latest action: Referred to RULES AND EXECUTIVE NOMINATIONS, Oct. 27, 2026 (October 27, 2026).

Who sponsored SR410?

Scott Martin (R, 13), with 9 co-sponsors.

Where is the official record for SR410?

On the Pennsylvania Legislature website: https://www.palegis.us/legislation/bills/2025/sr410