Expressing support for May 2026 as "American Stroke Month" and encouraging all to learn the warning signs of stroke, understand their personal risk factors, and take action to improve stroke prevention, response, and recovery in our communities.

This resolution states that the U.S. House of Representatives supports May 2026 as "American Stroke Month." It encourages people to learn the warning signs of stroke, understand their personal risk factors, and take action to improve stroke prevention, response, and recovery. It notes the B.E. F.A.S.T. acronym for recognizing stroke symptoms and identifies high blood pressure as the leading risk factor for stroke. The resolution does not create any new program or spending.

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• Joyce Beatty Democrat sponsor
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