119-sres-397119th Congress

A resolution expressing support for the designation of September as "Dystonia Awareness Month" to promote public awareness and understanding of dystonia.

Sponsored By: Senator Banks, Jim [R-IN]

Introduced

Summary

Would designate September as 'Dystonia Awareness Month' to boost public understanding and support for people living with dystonia. It would describe dystonia as a neurological movement disorder marked by excessive, involuntary muscle contractions that cause abnormal movements and postures, note it affects an estimated 250,000 to 300,000 people in the United States, highlight treatments such as botulinum toxin injections, oral medications, deep brain stimulation, and supportive therapies, acknowledge impacts on families and on servicemembers and veterans, commend researchers and clinicians, and encourage public outreach and observances.

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Sponsors & CoSponsors

Sponsor

Banks, Jim [R-IN]

IN • R

Cosponsors

  • Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR]

    OR • D

    Sponsored 9/17/2025

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