The resolution acknowledges amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, as a progressive and fatal neurodegenerative disease that leads to loss of muscle control and ultimately the ability to walk, talk, eat, and breathe. It highlights the alarming statistics that someone is diagnosed with ALS, and another person dies from it every 90 minutes, with most patients surviving only two to five years post-diagnosis. The resolution also notes that military veterans are at a higher risk of developing ALS. It emphasizes the importance of access to new therapies, medical equipment, and communication technologies for those living with ALS, as well as the role of clinical trials in improving treatments and quality of life.

The resolution celebrates the 10th Anniversary of the Ice Bucket Challenge, which has helped to increase public awareness and funding for ALS research. It mentions the ALS Association's significant financial contributions to research projects worldwide. The resolution reaffirms the commitment to finding a cure and making ALS a livable disease. It declares May 2024 as ALS Awareness Month in Alabama, encouraging public support for research and advocacy for increased funding, and expressing solidarity with individuals and families affected by ALS.