Bill > SJR004

This joint resolution proclaims the week of September 20 through September 26, 2026, as "Frontotemporal Degeneration Awareness Week" in Colorado to raise awareness about Frontotemporal Degeneration (FTD), a terminal and incurable neurodegenerative disease that affects the frontal and temporal lobes of the brain, leading to impairments in speech, personality, behavior, and motor skills. The resolution highlights that FTD often affects individuals in their prime working years, can take years to diagnose accurately, and imposes significant financial burdens on those affected, even exceeding the economic impact of Alzheimer's disease. It also notes that FTD is recognized as a related dementia in national plans and is a priority in dementia awareness campaigns, emphasizing the need for increased engagement and advocacy to address this serious public health concern. A copy of this resolution will be sent to the Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration, a leading organization dedicated to improving the lives of those with FTD and driving research for a cure.

https://leg.colorado.gov/bills/SJR26-004