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S.Res. 764Senate117th Congress (2021-2023)Passed Congress

A resolution designating September 2022, as "National Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month".

Sponsored by Marco RubioSen. Marco Rubio (R-FL)
Introduced September 14, 2022

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The resolution designates September 2022 as National Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month. It aims to raise public awareness about spinal cord injuries, highlight the need for research and new treatments, and recognize the work of organizations and individuals supporting those affected. The designation primarily affects people living with spinal cord injuries, their families, researchers, healthcare providers, and advocacy groups across the United States.

Key Provisions

  • Designates September 2022 as National Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month
  • Expresses Senate support for the goals and ideals of the awareness month
  • Encourages continued research into better treatments, therapies, and a cure for spinal cord injuries
  • Supports clinical trials for promising new therapies
  • Commends the efforts of organizations, researchers, doctors, volunteers, and others working to improve quality of life for individuals with spinal cord injuries

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Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4625; text: CR S4623)

September 14, 2022

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September 14, 2022

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Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4625; text: CR S4623)

September 14, 2022

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Tina Smith
Sen. Tina SmithD-MN · Sep 14, 2022

Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the Senate proceed to the consideration of S. Res. 764, submitted earlier today. I ask unanimous consent that the resolution be agreed to, the preamble be…

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Agreed to SenateIssued September 14, 2022

III

117th CONGRESS

2d Session

S. RES. 764

IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

September 14, 2022

Mr. Rubio (for himself and Ms. Baldwin) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to

RESOLUTION

Designating September 2022, as National Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month.

Whereas approximately 299,000 individuals in the United States live with spinal cord injuries, which cost society billions of dollars in health care costs and lost wages;

Whereas there are approximately 18,000 new spinal cord injuries in the United States each year;

Whereas more than 42,000 individuals with spinal cord injuries are veterans;

Whereas motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of spinal cord injuries;

Whereas nearly half of all spinal cord injuries to individuals 30 years of age or younger occur as a result of a motor vehicle accident;

Whereas the average remaining years of life for individuals living with spinal cord injuries has not improved significantly since the 1980s;

Whereas there is an urgent need to develop new neuroprotection, pharmacological, and regeneration treatments to reduce, prevent, and reverse paralysis; and

Whereas increased education and investment in research are key factors in improving outcomes for individuals living with spinal cord injuries, enhancing the quality of life of individuals with spinal cord injuries, and ultimately curing paralysis: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate—

(1)

designates September 2022, as National Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month;

(2)

supports the goals and ideals of National Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month;

(3)

continues to support research to find better treatments, therapies, and a cure for spinal cord injuries;

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supports clinical trials for new therapies that offer promise and hope to individuals living with paralysis; and

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commends the dedication of national, regional, and local organizations, researchers, doctors, volunteers, and people across the United States who are working to improve the quality of life of individuals living with spinal cord injuries and their families.