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MI HR0249
Resolution
Status
Passed
5/7/2024
Primary Sponsor
Erin Byrnes
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AI Summary
- Declares May 2024 as Huntington's Disease Awareness Month in Michigan
- Notes that Huntington's disease affects approximately 41,000 Americans with another 200,000 genetically at risk of inheriting the disease gene
- Identifies that children of affected parents have a 50 percent chance of inheriting the gene, with typical onset between ages 30-50 and average lifespan of 10-20 years after diagnosis
- Recognizes that the Huntington's disease gene was discovered in 1993 and currently has no effective treatment or cure
- Encourages Michigan citizens to participate in observance of the awareness month
Legislative Description
A resolution to declare May 2024 as Huntington's Disease Awareness Month in the state of Michigan.
Last Action
Adopted
5/7/2024
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