Introduced
September 23, 2026
Ms. Hassan (for herself and Mrs. Capito) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to
RESOLUTION
Supporting the designation of September 18, 2026, as “National Concussion Awareness Day”.
- (1) supports the designation of September 18, 2026, as “National Concussion Awareness Day”;
- (2) recognizes that mild traumatic brain injury, otherwise known as a concussion, is an important health concern;
- (3) commends the organizations and individuals that raise awareness about mild traumatic brain injury;
- (4) encourages Federal, State, and local policymakers to work together—
- (A) to raise awareness about the effects of concussions; and
- (B) to improve the understanding of proper diagnosis and management of concussions; and
- (5) encourages further research and prevention efforts to ensure that fewer individuals experience the most adverse effects of mild traumatic brain injury.