Bill > HB2949

This bill amends the State Commemorative Dates Act by officially designating September of each year as Scarring Alopecia Awareness Month. Alopecia is a medical condition characterized by hair loss, and scarring alopecia is a specific type of hair loss that causes permanent damage to hair follicles, leading to irreversible baldness. By establishing this official awareness month, the bill aims to raise public understanding about this specific form of alopecia, potentially increasing education about its symptoms, impacts, and potential treatments. The designation will encourage state-wide recognition and potentially promote further research, support, and resources for individuals affected by scarring alopecia.

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https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=2949&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104