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MA H5078

MA H5078
Relative to Machado-Joseph Disease Awareness Day


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Introduced
10/10/2024
In Committee
10/28/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

193rd General Court

Bill Summary

By Representative Cabral of New Bedford and Senator Rodrigues, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Antonio F. D. Cabral, Michael J. Rodrigues and others for the annual issuance of a proclamation by the Governor setting apart July 2 as Machado-Joseph 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 designating July 2 as Machado-Joseph Disease Awareness Day. Machado-Joseph Disease is a hereditary neurodegenerative disorder that disproportionately affects families of Portuguese-Azorean descent in Massachusetts, and the bill aims to increase public recognition, support, and awareness of this condition.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (10)

Last Action

No further action taken (on 12/31/2024)

Bill Topics

Government Operations
  • ‐ Federal Holidays and Celebrations
Health
  • ‐ Treatment of Specific Diseases

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Document Type Source Location Created
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H5078 10/21/2024
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H5078.pdf 10/21/2024
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