[Congressional Bills 108th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[S. Con. Res. 113 Referred in House (RFH)]

  2d Session
S. CON. RES. 113


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                    IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

                           November 16, 2004

            Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce

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                         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 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; and
Whereas May 15 through June 15. has been designated 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
    Resolved by the Senate (the House of Representatives concurring), 
That 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; and
            (4) supports the goals and ideals of National Tourette 
        Syndrome Awareness Month.

            Passed the Senate October 11, 2004.

            Attest:

                                             EMILY J. REYNOLDS,

                                                             Secretary.