The Senate Resolution, introduced by Senators Allain, Coussan, and Stine, designates the month of May as ALS Awareness Month in Louisiana. Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), commonly known as Lou Gehrig's disease, is a progressive and fatal neurodegenerative condition that severely impacts a person's ability to move, speak, eat, and breathe. With a diagnosis occurring every 90 minutes and an average survival rate of only two to five years post-diagnosis, the resolution highlights the urgent need for public awareness and support for ALS research. It also notes that military veterans are at a higher risk of developing the disease and emphasizes the importance of access to new therapies and assistive technologies for those affected.

The resolution calls for increased public awareness of the challenges faced by individuals with ALS and their families, as well as recognition of ongoing research efforts aimed at finding a cure. It references the upcoming 10th anniversary of the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge in the summer of 2024 as an opportunity to renew commitment to funding and support for ALS research. The ALS Association, a key player in this effort, has invested over $154 million in research projects globally. The resolution encourages all Louisianians to advocate for increased funding and stand in solidarity with those impacted by ALS.