HOUSE RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING MARCH 20, 2026, TO BE "ALZHEIMER'S AWARENESS DAY" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

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This is a House Resolution from the Rhode Island state legislature officially designating March 20, 2026, as "Alzheimer's Awareness Day" in the state of Rhode Island. The resolution is a formal symbolic declaration, meaning it does not create any new laws, programs, or spending — it is simply an official statement of recognition from the Rhode Island House of Representatives.

The resolution is intended to draw public attention to Alzheimer's disease, a progressive brain condition that affects memory, thinking, and behavior. By setting aside a specific day, the legislature is signaling its support for raising awareness about the disease, which affects a significant number of Rhode Islanders and their families, caregivers, and loved ones.

This resolution broadly affects Rhode Island residents, particularly those touched by Alzheimer's disease — including patients, family members, and healthcare workers. While it carries no legal requirements or financial commitments, it serves as a public acknowledgment of the impact Alzheimer's has on communities and may help encourage local events, conversations, or educational efforts around the designated date. The resolution has already passed the Rhode Island House of Representatives.