IV 108th CONGRESS 2d Session H. CON. RES. 430 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 18, 2004 Mr. Young of Florida submitted the following concurrent resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce CONCURRENT RESOLUTION Recognizing the importance of early diagnosis, proper treatment, and enhanced public awareness of Tourette Syndrome and supporting the goals and ideals of National Tourette Syndrome Awareness Month.

Whereas Tourette Syndrome is an inherited neurological disorder characterized by involuntary and sudden movements or repeated vocalizations; Whereas approximately 200,000 people in the United States have been diagnosed with Tourette Syndrome and many thousands more remain undiagnosed; Whereas lack of public awareness has increased the social stigma attached to Tourette Syndrome; Whereas early diagnosis and treatment of Tourette Syndrome can prevent physical and psychological harm; Whereas there is no known cure for Tourette Syndrome and treatment involves multiple medications and therapies with costs that can be prohibitive; Whereas the Tourette Syndrome Association is the only national nonprofit membership organization dedicated to identifying the cause, finding the cure, and controlling the effects of Tourette Syndrome; and Whereas the Tourette Syndrome Association has designated May 15 through June 15 as National Tourette Syndrome Awareness Month, the goal of which is to educate the public about the nature and effects of Tourette Syndrome: Now, therefore, be it

That the Congress— (1)recognizes the impact that Tourette Syndrome can have on people living with the disorder; (2)recognizes the importance of an early diagnosis and proper treatment of Tourette Syndrome; (3)recognizes the need for enhanced public awareness of Tourette Syndrome; (4)supports the goals and ideals of National Tourette Syndrome Awareness Month, as designated by the Tourette Syndrome Association; and (5)encourages the President to issue a proclamation calling on the people of the United States and interested organizations to observe National Tourette Syndrome Awareness Month.