HR1419: HR1419 Turner Syndrome Awareness Month; February 2026; recognize

This resolution does not change any Georgia law. It is a symbolic statement by the Georgia House of Representatives recognizing February 2026 as Turner Syndrome Awareness Month. The resolution explains that Turner syndrome is a non-inheritable chromosomal disorder affecting about one in 2,500 live female births, and that it can raise the risk of learning difficulties, growth problems, hearing issues, and heart conditions. The resolution states that early diagnosis helps prevent or treat these problems, and notes that funding for Turner syndrome research and support is disproportionately small. It directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make copies of the resolution available to the public and the press, but it creates no new programs, funding, or legal requirements.

• Formally recognizes February 2026 as Turner Syndrome Awareness Month in the state of Georgia.
• States the House of Representatives' intent to raise public awareness about Turner syndrome and its health effects.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to distribute copies of the resolution to the public and press.
• Creates no new funding, agency duties, or changes to Georgia law; it is a symbolic statement only.

The resolution mainly concerns women and girls with Turner syndrome and their families, along with medical professionals and researchers involved in diagnosing and studying the condition. It has no direct legal or financial effect on any Georgia agency, business, or individual.

Because this is a symbolic resolution rather than a law, it does not change any rights, funding, or requirements. Its practical effect is limited to public recognition and awareness-raising about Turner syndrome, which advocates say receives comparatively little research funding.

• States findings about Turner syndrome, including its prevalence, associated learning and health risks, and low research funding.
• Resolves that House members recognize February 2026 as Turner Syndrome Awareness Month in Georgia.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute copies of the resolution to the public and the press.

1. 2026-02-24House Second Readers (House)
2. 2026-02-20House First Readers (House)
3. 2026-02-19House Hopper (House)

• Charles Martin (R, HD-049)Primary sponsor
• Carolyn Hugley (D, HD-141)
• Jan Jones (R, HD-047)
• Sharon Cooper (R, HD-045)

• Turner syndrome
• women's health
• awareness month
• chromosomal disorders
• Georgia House resolution