IL HR0609

Declares May 2026 as ALS Awareness Month in the State of Illinois

Describes ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease) as a fatal neurodegenerative condition that destroys motor neurons, causing complete paralysis and typically death within five years of diagnosis

Notes that military veterans are disproportionately affected by ALS and are more likely to develop and die from the disease than the general population

Calls upon all Illinoisans to support ALS research, advocate for increased funding, and stand in solidarity with those affected by the disease

Expresses support for the ALS community's efforts to increase awareness, prioritize research funding, and secure additional caregiving support