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VA HJR89
Joint Resolution
Status
Passed
3/3/2026
Primary Sponsor
Eric Phillips
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AI Summary
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Designates May 9 as Long QT Syndrome Awareness Day in Virginia for 2026 and each succeeding year
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Long QT syndrome is a genetic or acquired heart electrical disorder affecting between 1 in 2,000 and 1 in 2,500 people, causing potentially fatal arrhythmias
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In 1 out of 10 patients, cardiac arrest or sudden death is the first symptom of the condition
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Directs the Clerk of the House of Delegates to transmit copies of the resolution to the American Heart Association and the SADS Foundation
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Requires the designation to be posted on the General Assembly's website
Legislative Description
Long QT Syndrome Awareness Day.
Last Action
Agreed to by Senate Block Vote (Voice Vote)
3/3/2026
Committee Referrals
Rules2/12/2026
Rules: Studies1/30/2026
Rules1/23/2026
Full Bill Text
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