HCR16 • 2025

RECOGNIZING THE MONTH OF MARCH AS MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS MONTH IN DELAWARE.

Passed Legislature

This bill passed both chambers and reached final enrollment, even if later executive action is not shown here.

Sponsor: Neal
Last action: 2025-03-12
Official status: Passed 3/12/25
Effective date: Not listed

Plain English Breakdown

The official source does not provide details about specific actions or programs to be taken during Multiple Sclerosis Month beyond encouraging learning and support.

Recognizing March as Multiple Sclerosis Month in Delaware

Delaware's legislature has passed a resolution to recognize March 2025 as Multiple Sclerosis Month, encouraging awareness and support for those affected by the disease.

What This Bill Does

Designates March 2025 as Multiple Sclerosis Month in Delaware.
Encourages Delaware residents to learn about multiple sclerosis (MS).
Supports individuals diagnosed with MS during this month.

Who It Names or Affects

Delaware residents who are interested in learning more about multiple sclerosis.
Individuals diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in Delaware.

Terms To Know

Multiple Sclerosis (MS): A chronic and unpredictable disease affecting the nervous system, causing symptoms like numbness, tingling, blindness, paralysis, and cognitive issues.

Limits and Unknowns

This resolution does not provide funding or specific programs for MS awareness.
The effects of this recognition on public behavior are uncertain.

Bill History

2025-03-12 Delaware General Assembly
Introduced in House
2025-03-12 Delaware General Assembly
Passed in House by Voice Vote
2025-03-12 Delaware General Assembly
Passed By Senate. Votes: 20 YES 1 ABSENT

Official Summary Text

RECOGNIZING THE MONTH OF MARCH AS MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS MONTH IN DELAWARE.
This House Concurrent Resolution recognizes the month of March 2025 as “Multiple Sclerosis Month” in the State of Delaware.

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Legislation Document

SPONSOR:

Rep. Neal & Sen. Hoffner

Reps. Minor-Brown, Osienski, K. Johnson, Morrison, Romer, Burns, Snyder-Hall, Ross Levin, Yearick, Hensley, Hilovsky; Sens. Sokola, Hansen, Sturgeon, Hocker, Pettyjohn, Wilson, Huxtable

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

153rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY

HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION NO. 16

RECOGNIZING THE MONTH OF MARCH AS MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS MONTH IN DELAWARE.

WHEREAS, Multiple Sclerosis (referred to in this resolution as “MS”) is a chronic and unpredictable disease affecting the nervous system; and

WHEREAS, symptoms of MS range from numbness and tingling in the extremities to blindness, paralysis, and cognitive dysfunction; and

WHEREAS, the progress, severity, and specific symptoms of MS in any one person cannot yet be predicted; and

WHEREAS, there is no laboratory test available that can definitively diagnose MS; and

WHEREAS, most people with MS experience their first symptoms and are diagnosed between the ages of 15 and 50, although individuals of any age may be diagnosed; and

WHEREAS, an estimated 2.3 million people worldwide are affected by MS; and

WHEREAS, female individuals have a higher MS burden than male individuals; and

WHEREAS, while MS is not directly inherited, studies show that there are genetic and, probably, environmental factors that make certain individuals more predisposed; and

WHEREAS, the exact cause of MS is still unknown and there is no cure; and

WHEREAS, education is a continuing need among everyone involved with MS, from medical professionals to patients, family, and friends; and

WHEREAS, The Multiple Sclerosis Association of America recognizes March as Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month; and

WHEREAS, the goals of Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month are to acknowledge those who have been diagnosed with MS, invite people to join the movement to end MS, encourage everyone to educate themselves on the discourse and research surrounding MS, and to recognize those who have dedicated their time and talent to help promote MS research and programs.

NOW, THEREFORE:

BE IT RESOLVED by the House of Representatives of the 153

rd

General Assembly of the State of Delaware, the Senate concurring therein, that March 2025 is hereby designated as “Multiple Sclerosis Month,” and the State Legislature calls upon Delawareans to observe this month by learning about Multiple Sclerosis and supporting individuals who have been medically diagnosed with MS.

SYNOPSIS

This House Concurrent Resolution recognizes the month of March 2025 as “Multiple Sclerosis Month” in the State of Delaware.