Bill > HRes699

This resolution expresses support for designating September 2025 as "National Polycystic Kidney Disease Awareness Month" to raise public understanding about polycystic kidney disease (PKD), a serious genetic disorder affecting approximately 600,000 people in the United States. The resolution highlights that PKD is a progressive genetic condition that damages kidneys and multiple organ systems, impacts individuals of all ages and backgrounds, and is one of the four leading causes of kidney failure, with nearly 50 percent of patients experiencing kidney failure by age 60. While noting that only about 10 percent of PKD cases occur without family history, the resolution emphasizes the critical need for increased research, public awareness, and support, recognizing the challenges faced by patients and their caregivers. The resolution supports the goals of organizations like the PKD Foundation in conducting research, fostering awareness, educating families, and providing support through activities such as the annual "Walk for PKD". Ultimately, the resolution calls for recognizing the importance of PKD awareness, supporting research efforts to find a cure, and encouraging public participation in raising understanding about this complex genetic disorder.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-resolution/699/all-info