Search Results: keywords:"amyotrophic lateral sclerosis"

  • H. R. 1685 — To amend title 38, United States Code, to extend increased dependency and indemnity compensation paid to surviving spouses of veterans who die from amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, regardless of how long the veterans had such disease prior to death.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:562

    H.R. 1685, titled the “Justice for ALS Veterans Act of 2025,” proposes changes to title 38 of the U.S. Code to ensure that surviving spouses of veterans who die from amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) receive increased dependency and indemnity compensation, regardless of how long the veteran...

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    H.R. 1685 is like a promise to help the husbands and wives of soldiers who sadly died from a bad disease called ALS, giving them extra money to help, even if the soldier got sick a long time ago. But to get this help, they must have been married for at least eight years, starting in October 2025.

  • S. RES. 713 — Designating May 2024 as ALS Awareness Month.
    Status:Introduced in Senate
    Words:296

    S. RES. 713 designates May 2024 as "ALS Awareness Month" in the United States. The resolution highlights the challenges faced by individuals with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a serious neurodegenerative disease, and acknowledges the contributions of families, friends,...

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    S. RES. 713 is a special reminder that May 2024 is "ALS Awareness Month," where people learn about a tough illness called ALS. It also thanks everyone who helps those with ALS and wants to make their lives better and find a cure.

  • S. RES. 713 — Designating May 2024 as ALS Awareness Month.
    Status:Agreed to Senate
    Words:309

    The resolution S. RES. 713 designates May 2024 as "ALS Awareness Month" in the United States. It recognizes amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) as a serious neurodegenerative disease affecting nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord. The resolution emphasizes the need for...

    Simple Explanation

    In May 2024, people are taking time to think about and help those who have ALS, which is a serious sickness affecting the nerves in the body. This special month helps everyone understand more about ALS and supports people who are working hard to find ways to make those with ALS feel better.