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119-hres-573119th Congress

Recognizing World Misophonia Awareness Day.

Sponsored By: Representative Kim, Young [R-CA-40]

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Summary

Recognize misophonia and set July 9 as World Misophonia Awareness Day. This resolution would designate an annual awareness day and push for more research, clinician training, and accommodations for people who have intense emotional and physical reactions to common sounds.

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  • Families and children: Misophonia often begins between ages 9 and 13 and may affect about 4.6% of U.S. adults. The condition can harm mental health, daily functioning, and quality of life.
  • Healthcare workers: The resolution would support training for health and mental health professionals to spot misophonia and provide more timely, compassionate care.
  • Researchers: It backs further research on causes, prevalence, and treatments, including neurological and genetic factors tied to abnormal brain connectivity.
  • Schools and workplaces: The resolution encourages developing accommodations to help people manage trigger sounds and reduce disruption to learning and work.

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Sponsors & CoSponsors

Sponsor

Kim, Young [R-CA-40]

CA • R

Cosponsors

  • Rep. Foushee, Valerie P. [D-NC-4]

    NC • D

    Sponsored 7/10/2025

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