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119-hres-1632119th Congress

Expressing support for the designation of October 17, 2026, as "National Vitiligo Awareness Day".

Sponsored By: Representative Johnson, Henry C. "Hank" [D-GA-4]

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Summary

Designating October 17, 2026 as National Vitiligo Awareness Day would spotlight vitiligo, a chronic pigmentary disorder that causes loss of pigment in patches of skin, hair, eyes, and mucous membranes and can cause discomfort, itching, and pain. It would recognize the importance of social support to improve quality of life for people with vitiligo, noting about half are diagnosed before age 21 and many children and teens face bullying, school difficulties, and reduced self‑confidence.

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Sponsors & CoSponsors

Sponsor

Johnson, Henry C. "Hank" [D-GA-4]

GA • D

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