The resolution highlights the significant prevalence of chronic kidney disease (CKD) in the United States, affecting approximately 37 million Americans, with a staggering 90 percent of those individuals unaware of their condition. It identifies hypertension, heart disease, and glomerulonephritis as the leading causes of kidney disease, emphasizing that patients with glomerular diseases often progress to more severe stages of kidney disease, such as end-stage renal disease (ESRD), at a faster rate. Notably, rare kidney diseases, which constitute a small percentage of CKD cases, disproportionately contribute to the number of patients requiring treatment for kidney failure.

In response to this public health concern, the resolution calls for the recognition of March 2026 as Chronic Kidney Disease Awareness Month in Alabama. The aim is to enhance awareness, promote research, and improve access to screening and treatment for individuals affected by CKD. The resolution underscores the importance of community-based programs to facilitate early diagnosis and intervention, ultimately seeking to mitigate the impact of this often undiagnosed and debilitating disease.