H.Res. 209 · Where this bill is now
In committee
Introduced in the House, sent to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, Mar 10, 2025
What this bill does
In plain words · AI-written from the official summaryDesignates April 5 as Barth Syndrome Awareness Day
This resolution supports making April 5, 2025, official recognition as Barth Syndrome Awareness Day. Barth Syndrome is a rare genetic disorder that affects how the body processes fats, and it primarily impacts males. The designation is meant to raise awareness about this life-threatening condition.
How it affects you
This is a ceremonial designation with no direct legal changes affecting most people. It serves to highlight a rare genetic disorder and may help increase public awareness and understanding of Barth Syndrome, particularly among families and communities touched by the condition.
Read the official summary (Introduced in House, Mar 10, 2025)
This resolution supports the designation of Barth Syndrome Awareness Day. Barth Syndrome is a rare, life-threatening genetic disorder of lipid metabolism that primarily affects males.
Written by AI (Claude) using only the official summary by the Congressional Research Service, the Library of Congress’s nonpartisan research staff. It can miss nuance, so check the official summary and the bill text for details.
1st SessionH.Res. 209
RESOLUTION
Expressing support for the designation of April 5, 2025, as "Barth Syndrome Awareness Day".
Sponsor: Rep. Paul Tonko (D-NY-20) · Introduced Mar 10, 2025 · Health · 1 version of the text
Sources: Congress.gov actions and votes · bill text from GovInfo · latest official action Mar 10, 2025: “Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.”