The resolution recognizes May 2024 as ALS Awareness Month in Alabama, highlighting the severe impact of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), commonly known as Lou Gehrig's disease. ALS is a progressive and fatal neurodegenerative condition that leads to the loss of muscle control, affecting an individual's ability to walk, talk, eat, and breathe. The resolution notes that someone is diagnosed with ALS every 90 minutes, and the average survival time post-diagnosis is only two to five years, with no known cure. It emphasizes the increased risk of ALS among military veterans and the critical need for access to new therapies, medical equipment, and communication technologies for those living with the disease.

Additionally, the resolution celebrates the 10th Anniversary of the Ice Bucket Challenge, which significantly raised public awareness and funding for ALS research, with the ALS Association committing over $154 million to support numerous research projects globally. It calls for continued advocacy for increased funding and support for ALS research, while also recognizing the profound effects of the disease on individuals, families, and communities. The resolution encourages all Alabamians to stand in solidarity with those affected by ALS and to contribute to efforts aimed at eradicating the disease.