119th Congress

SR917

A resolution expressing support for the designation of September as "Dystonia Awareness Month" to promote public awareness and understanding of dystonia.

Introduced·9/29/26

Prefiled

Introduced9/29/26

Chamber Passed

Final Passage

Complete

Introduced

Agreed to in Senate · October 2, 2026

September 29, 2026

Mr. Banks (for himself and Mr. Merkley) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to

RESOLUTION

Expressing support for the designation of September as “Dystonia Awareness Month” to promote public awareness and understanding of dystonia.

(1) expresses support for the designation of September as “Dystonia Awareness Month”;
(2) recognizes the need for further research to discover new treatments and a cure for dystonia;
(3) commends the efforts of medical professionals and researchers who work to improve the lives of individuals with dystonia; and
(4) encourages the people of the United States to observe Dystonia Awareness Month with appropriate programs and activities to raise public awareness and understanding of dystonia.

SR917 U.S. Senate: A resolution expressing support for the…