H.Res. 692

Supporting the goals and ideals of Tay-Sachs Awareness Month

Sponsor	Rep. Arcuri, Michael A.
Committee	Energy and Commerce
Date	September 30, 2009 (111th Congress, 1st Session)
Staff Contact	Ja'Ron Smith

H.Res. 692 is expected to be considered on the floor of the House on Wednesday, September 30, 2009, under a motion to suspend the rules, requiring a two-thirds vote for passage. The resolution was introduced by Rep. Michael A. Arcuri (D-NY) on July 29, 2009.

H.Res. 692 would resolve that the House of Representatives supports the goals and ideals of Tay-Sachs Awareness Month and encourages and supports education and research efforts with respect to Tay-Sachs disease.

According to the resolution's findings, Tay-Sachs disease is a rare, genetic disorder that causes destruction of nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord due to the poor functioning of an enzyme called beta-hexosaminidase A.