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SR 381: Autoimmune Disease Awareness Month; recognize March 2025

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Senate Resolution 381

By: Senators Esteves of the 35th, James of the 28th, Kemp of the 38th, Halpern of the 39th, Parent of the 44th and others

A RESOLUTION

Recognizing March 2025 as Autoimmune Disease Awareness Month; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, autoimmune diseases occur when the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy cells and tissues, affecting more than 50 million Americans and millions more individuals worldwide; and

WHEREAS, there are over 100 identified autoimmune diseases, many of which disproportionately impact women, who make up approximately 80 percent of individuals affected; and

WHEREAS, systemic lupus erythematosus (lupus) disproportionately affects Black women, who are at greater risk of experiencing more severe symptoms and are three times more likely to develop the disease compared to women of other groups; and

WHEREAS, Black women are also at an increased risk for other autoimmune diseases, including sarcoidosis and polymyositis, which can lead to severe health complications; and

WHEREAS, autoimmune diseases contribute to significant health disparities for Black women, resulting in a critical need for increased awareness, research, and access to equitable healthcare; and

WHEREAS, Autoimmune Disease Awareness Month provides an opportunity to educate the public and healthcare professionals about autoimmune diseases, their impact on Black women, and the importance of early detection and intervention; and

WHEREAS, supporting organizations dedicated to autoimmune disease advocacy, education, and research is essential to improving outcomes for those affected.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body recognize March 2025 as Autoimmune Disease Awareness Month and acknowledge the disproportionate impact of autoimmune diseases on Black women. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed to make appropriate copies of this resolution available for distribution to the public and the press.