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MA H2756

MA H2756
Designating May 6 as Moyamoya disease awareness day


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Introduced
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

191st General Court

Bill Summary

By Ms. Nguyen of Andover, a petition of Tram T. Nguyen and others for the issuance of an annual proclamation by the Governor to designate May 6th as Moyamoya disease awareness day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.

AI Summary

This bill proposes to amend the Massachusetts General Laws to require the governor to annually issue a proclamation setting apart May 6th as Moyamoya Awareness Day. Moyamoya is a rare neurovascular condition that causes the walls of the internal carotid arteries to thicken and narrow, reducing blood flow and increasing the risk of transient ischemic attacks and strokes. The bill aims to raise awareness of this condition, which can affect both children and adults.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (19)

Last Action

Accompanied S1872 (on 07/30/2019)

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Document Type Source Location Created
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2756 02/27/2019
Bill https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2756.pdf 02/27/2019
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