Bill > HR130

This resolution recognizes May 2025 as ALS Awareness Month in Ohio, drawing attention to Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (also known as Lou Gehrig's Disease), a progressive neurodegenerative condition that severely impacts nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord. The resolution highlights the devastating nature of ALS, noting that patients often lose the ability to speak, walk, swallow, and breathe within five years of diagnosis, and ultimately become completely dependent on caregivers. By officially designating this awareness month, the Ohio House of Representatives aims to encourage education about the disease, support ongoing research efforts through initiatives like the National ALS Registry, and foster hope for understanding and potentially finding a cure. The resolution urges Ohioans to educate themselves about ALS and emphasizes the importance of collective efforts in addressing this challenging medical condition. As a final administrative step, the resolution directs the House Clerk to distribute authenticated copies of the resolution to Ohio news media.