Expressing support for the designation of October 9 through October 16, 2025, as "National Dyspraxia/Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) Awareness Week" and a commitment to raise awareness of dyspraxia/DCD in the United States.

House Resolution

H.Res. 796

119th Congress

Expressing support for the designation of October 9 through October 16, 2025, as "National Dyspraxia/Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) Awareness Week" and a commitment to raise awareness of dyspraxia/DCD in the United States.

In Committee

Introduced:Oct 8, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Michael Lawler

R - NY

Cosponsors

1

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Health

Summary

Supports designation of October 9-16, 2025 as National Dyspraxia/Developmental Coordination Disorder Awareness Week. Notes dyspraxia affects approximately 5-6% of population (20 million Americans) but remains underdiagnosed and unfamiliar to many healthcare professionals.

Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

Supports designation of October 9-16, 2025 as National Dyspraxia/Developmental Coordination Disorder Awareness Week. Notes dyspraxia affects approximately 5-6% of population (20 million Americans) but remains underdiagnosed and unfamiliar to many healthcare professionals.

Last updated: 12/29/2025

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Supports October 9-16, 2025 as National Dyspraxia/DCD Awareness Week
Notes condition affects 5-6% of population (20 million Americans)
Highlights underdiagnosis compared to similar conditions like ADHD
Notes lack of U.S. research compared to other developed countries
Identifies secondary consequences including anxiety and depression

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

Individuals with dyspraxia/DCD and their families would receive national recognition. Resolution promotes awareness among educators, employers, and healthcare professionals. May support advocacy for improved diagnostic and treatment services.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Health

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

796, 119th Congress (2025). "Expressing support for the designation of October 9 through October 16, 2025, as "National Dyspraxia/Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) Awareness Week" and a commitment to raise awareness of dyspraxia/DCD in the United States.". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/119-hres-796