Expressing support for the designation of the month of May 2025 as "Progressive Supranuclear Palsy Awareness Month".
H. Res. 456 is a non-binding House resolution introduced in the 119th Congress designating May 2025 as “Progressive Supranuclear Palsy Awareness Month.” The bill expresses congressional support for this designation, the goals and ideals of PSP Awareness Month, and for continued research to improve treatments and, ultimately, a cure. It also commends researchers, volunteers, families, and others working to improve the lives of people affected by PSP. The measure provides background information on PSP to explain the need for awareness and support but does not authorize funding or establish new programs. It was introduced by Representative Subramanyam on May 29, 2025 and referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. PSP is described in the resolution as an adult-onset neurodegenerative disorder distinct from Parkinson’s disease, with about 30,000 Americans affected. It notes a range of symptoms, the aggressive progression, the lack of disease-modifying treatments or a cure, and the broad impacts on patients and caregivers. The bill frames awareness as a means to improve diagnosis, care, and research.
Key Points
- 1Designates May 2025 as “Progressive Supranuclear Palsy Awareness Month.”
- 2The House expresses support for the designation and for the goals and ideals of PSP Awareness Month.
- 3The House supports research to find better treatments and a cure for progressive supranuclear palsy.
- 4The House commends researchers, volunteers, organizations, families, and individuals working to improve the lives of people with PSP.
- 5The resolution provides context about PSP (its nature, symptoms, progression, and the current lack of a cure) to justify awareness and advocacy efforts.