arrow_back Back to App

Designating Tardive Dyskinesia Awareness Week to Promote Screening and Detection.

The Senate designates the first full week of May as Tardive Dyskinesia (TD) Awareness Week. This resolution aims to increase public and medical awareness of TD, a condition causing uncontrollable movements often linked to long-term use of antipsychotic medications. The initiative emphasizes the critical need for routine screening and early detection to improve outcomes for the estimated 800,000 affected Americans.
Key points
The first full week of May is officially designated as Tardive Dyskinesia Awareness Week.
Increased focus on routine TD screening for individuals taking antipsychotic medications.
Support for educational efforts regarding TD symptoms, causes, and FDA-approved treatment options.
article Official text account_balance Process page
Introduced
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 119_SRES_477
Sponsor: Sen. Mullin, Markwayne [R-OK]
Process start date: 2025-10-30
Lustra uses Artificial Intelligence. Verify details in source documents.
Summarized by: gemini-2.5-flash-preview-09-2025
Source data: api.congress.gov
AI work logs for this document launch

OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution designating the first full week in May as "Tardive Dyskinesia Awareness Week".

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_SRES_477.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-10-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The first full week of May is officially designated as Tardive Dyskinesia Awareness Week.
  • Increased focus on routine TD screening for individuals taking antipsychotic medications.
  • Support for educational efforts regarding TD symptoms, causes, and FDA-approved treatment options.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Mullin, Markwayne [R-OK].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

CATEGORIES

Health