Bills · HRES 796
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House Res.HRES 796Health
Expressing support for the designation of October 9 through October 16, 2025, as "National Dyspraxia/Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) Awareness Week" and a commitment to raise awareness of dyspraxia/DCD in the United States.
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis resolution matters because dyspraxia/DCD affects millions of Americans, yet it remains largely unknown compared to conditions like ADHD. When a condition is poorly understood, individuals who have it often face significant challenges without proper diagnosis, treatment, or support. This can lead to difficulties in school and work, and secondary issues like low self-esteem, anxiety, and depression.
If this resolution passes, it serves as a public signal from Congress that this issue is important. While it doesn't directly change policies or fund programs, it can encourage public discourse, media attention, and local initiatives. This increased visibility could drive a greater demand for research, better training for professionals, and ultimately, improve the lives of individuals with dyspraxia/DCD by fostering a more understanding and supportive society. If it doesn't pass, the opportunity for a nationally recognized awareness week in 2025, supported by the House, would be missed, potentially delaying efforts to boost understanding of this condition.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Supports designating October 9-16, 2025, as "National Dyspraxia/Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) Awareness Week."
This establishes a specific time to focus national attention on a condition that is often overlooked.
PROVISION 02
Recognizes the significant need for greater public awareness of dyspraxia/DCD and commits to supporting these efforts.
This is a formal statement from the House of Representatives acknowledging the problem and pledging support for its resolution.
PROVISION 03
Supports the goals of the awareness week, which include raising public awareness, improving services and care, and accelerating research.
This clearly outlines the intended positive outcomes the resolution hopes to encourage.
PROVISION 04
Encourages States, territories, and localities to support the goals of the awareness week.
This aims to broaden the impact of the awareness efforts beyond the federal level to communities nationwide.
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Submitted in House
OCT 8
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Resolution
NumberHRES 796
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedOct 8, 2025
Last actionOct 8, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · ENERGY AND COMMERCE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED OCT 8, 2025
House Res.HRES 796Health
Expressing support for the designation of October 9 through October 16, 2025, as "National Dyspraxia/Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) Awareness Week" and a commitment to raise awareness of dyspraxia/DCD in the United States.
INTRODUCED OCT 8, 2025· LAST ACTION OCT 8, 2025
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