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Supporting Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease Awareness Day and Prion Research.

This resolution supports establishing a national CJD Awareness Day to educate the public about this rare, rapidly fatal brain disorder affecting about 600 Americans annually. It emphasizes the critical need for continued surveillance of prion diseases to protect public health, particularly concerning potential transmission from animals like deer and elk. The resolution aims to increase public knowledge and support research efforts.
Key points
Official support for CJD Awareness Day to increase public knowledge about this devastating and rapidly progressive disease.
Stresses the importance of ongoing monitoring of prion diseases to assess risks related to potential transmission from contaminated meat (e.g., Chronic Wasting Disease).
Recognizes that CJD research can provide valuable insights benefiting studies on Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_SRES_499
Sponsor: Sen. Husted, Jon [R-OH]
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of "Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (CJD) Awareness Day".

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_SRES_499.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Official support for CJD Awareness Day to increase public knowledge about this devastating and rapidly progressive disease.
  • Stresses the importance of ongoing monitoring of prion diseases to assess risks related to potential transmission from contaminated meat (e.g., Chronic Wasting Disease).
  • Recognizes that CJD research can provide valuable insights benefiting studies on Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.
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. Husted, Jon [R-OH].

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.

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