Bill > H2805

This bill proposes to establish two annual observances in Massachusetts to raise awareness about sleep-related issues. Firstly, it mandates that the Governor annually issue a proclamation designating the second week of March as "Massachusetts Sleep Awareness Week" and the Sunday that begins Daylight Savings Time as "Massachusetts Sleep Awareness Day," encouraging special attention to the problems of sleep deprivation and fatigue, such as impaired judgment, memory issues, decreased performance, and the dangers of driving while tired. Secondly, it requires the Governor to annually issue a proclamation designating the second week of November as "Massachusetts Drowsy Driving Prevention Week," emphasizing the need for public awareness and action regarding the dangers of driving while sleepy, tired, drowsy, or exhausted. Both observances aim to increase public understanding of sleep disorders and the consequences of insufficient sleep, promote policies that improve sleep health, encourage research, and improve access to care for sleep disorders.