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GA HR1225
Resolution
Status
2/3/2026
Primary Sponsor
Kim Schofield
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AI Summary
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Designates March 2026 as Chronic Kidney Disease Awareness Month in Georgia to promote research, screening programs, and access to care
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Approximately 37 million Americans (more than 1 in 7) have chronic kidney disease, with 90% unaware of their condition
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Hypertension and heart disease are the two most common causes; glomerulonephritis (including rare immune-mediated diseases like IgA nephropathy) is the third leading cause
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Rare kidney diseases comprise 5-10% of CKD patients but account for approximately 25% of patients receiving treatment for kidney failure
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Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to distribute copies of the resolution to the public and press
Legislative Description
Chronic Kidney Disease Awareness Month in Georgia; March 2026; raise awareness of the need for research, screening programs, and access to care for individuals who suffer from chronic kidney disease; recognize
Last Action
House Read and Adopted
2/3/2026