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Download official Senate Record PDFReturn to issue contextSENATE RESOLUTION 696—EXPRESSING SUPPORT FOR THE DESIGNATION OF THE
MONTH OF APRIL 2026 AS “PARKINSON'S AWARENESS MONTH”
Mr. SCOTT of Florida (for himself, Mr. Booker, and Mr. Risch) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to:
S. Res. 696
Whereas Parkinson's disease—
(1) affects over 1,000,000 individuals in the United States
with nearly 90,000 individuals diagnosed each year;
(2) is the fastest-growing and second most common
neurodegenerative disease in the world;
(3) is believed to be caused by a combination of genetic
and environmental factors, but the exact cause in most
individuals is still unknown; and
(4) is the 13th leading cause of death in the United
States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention;
Whereas the symptoms of Parkinson's disease can include
dementia and cognitive impairment, tremors, slowness of
movement and rigidity, gait and balance difficulties, speech
and swallowing difficulties, depression, and a variety of
other symptoms;
Whereas there are millions of family caregivers, friends,
and loved ones whose lives
are greatly affected by Parkinson's disease; and
Whereas more research, education, and community support
services are needed—
(1) to find better treatments and a cure for Parkinson's
disease; and
(2) to maintain the dignity of individuals living with
Parkinson's disease: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved, That the Senate—
(1) expresses support for the designation of the month of
April 2026 as “Parkinson's Awareness Month”;
(2) supports the goals and ideals of Parkinson's Awareness
Month;
(3) continues to support research to find better treatments
and a cure for Parkinson's disease;
(4) recognizes the individuals living with Parkinson's
disease who participate in vital clinical trials to advance
the knowledge of the disease; and
(5) commends the dedication of organizations, volunteers,
researchers, and millions of individuals across the United
States working to improve the quality of life of people
living with Parkinson's disease and their families.