NJ AJR166

Designates October 23 of each year as "Aromatic L-amino Acid Decarboxylase Deficiency Awareness Day" in New Jersey

AADC Deficiency is a rare genetic neurologic disease affecting approximately 1 in 100,000 people in the United States, where patients lack the enzyme required to create dopamine

The disease causes severe developmental impacts including inability to achieve motor-skill milestones, communicate, or perform basic life functions, with symptoms typically appearing within the first year of life

Requests the Governor to annually issue a proclamation and call upon public officials, private organizations, and citizens to observe the day with appropriate awareness activities and programs