Recognizing the significance of Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease and the need for robust funding of the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke at the National Institutes of Health.
Summary
This House Resolution aims to recognize the significance of Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease (CMT) and advocates for increased funding for research on CMT and other rare diseases at the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) within the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The resolution highlights the impact of CMT on individuals and the lack of sufficient funding for research. It emphasizes the need for continued investment in research efforts to find cures for CMT and other rare diseases.
Expected Effects
If enacted, this resolution could lead to increased awareness of CMT and potentially influence funding decisions at the NIH. This could result in more resources being allocated to research on CMT and other rare diseases, potentially leading to breakthroughs in treatment and cures. However, a resolution is non-binding and does not guarantee increased funding.
Potential Benefits
- Increased awareness of Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease.
- Potential for increased funding for research into CMT and other rare diseases.
- Possible advancements in treatment and cures for CMT.
- Support for individuals and families affected by CMT.
- Encouragement of further research into rare diseases.
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Potential Disadvantages
- A resolution is non-binding and does not guarantee increased funding.
- Increased funding for CMT research could potentially divert resources from other important areas of medical research.
- The resolution does not address the broader issues of healthcare access and affordability for individuals with rare diseases.
- The resolution does not provide specific mechanisms for ensuring that research funding is used effectively.
- There is no guarantee that increased research funding will lead to a cure for CMT.
Constitutional Alignment
The resolution aligns with the general welfare clause of the Constitution, which allows Congress to promote the well-being of its citizens. Specifically, the preamble of the Constitution states that one of the goals is to "promote the general Welfare". Article I, Section 8, Clause 1 grants Congress the power to lay and collect taxes, duties, imposts and excises, to pay the debts and provide for the common defense and general welfare of the United States.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).