House Resolution No. [insert number] proposes to declare May 2025 as Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month in Michigan. The resolution highlights the significant impact of asthma, noting that approximately 4.6 million children in the U.S. are affected, with nearly 1 million individuals in Michigan alone. It emphasizes the increasing prevalence of asthma, which is a leading cause of hospitalizations and school absences among children, and points out the economic burden associated with the disease, estimated at $81 billion annually in the U.S. The resolution also addresses the disproportionate impact of asthma on Black, Hispanic, and Indigenous communities.

In addition to asthma, the resolution acknowledges the growing concern of food allergies, which affect over 33 million people in the U.S., including 4.3 million children. It notes the correlation between food allergies and asthma, particularly among children, and recognizes May as an appropriate month for awareness efforts. The resolution calls for compassion and support for residents living with asthma and allergies, aiming to raise awareness and promote understanding of these conditions within the community.