S. Res. 416 · Passed Senate · Health

A resolution expressing support for the designation of September 2025 as "Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month" in order to educate communities across the United States about sickle cell disease and the need for research, early detection methods, effective treatments, and preventative care programs with respect to complications from sickle cell disease and conditions related to sickle cell disease.

Sponsor: Tim Scott (R-SC)

What it does

• Designate September 2025 as 'Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month' to educate communities about the disease.
• Support efforts to increase research, early detection methods, and effective treatments for sickle cell disease.
• Promote preventative care programs addressing complications from sickle cell disease and related conditions.

Official summary

This resolution expresses support for the goals and ideals of Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month. Sickle cell disease is an inherited blood disorder than can lead to pain, anemia, infections, and stroke.

Latest action

Sep 19, 2025: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6798; text: CR S6795)