HJR173 Alabama 2024 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Laura HallRepresentative

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2024

Title

APOL1-Mediated Kidney Disease Awareness Day; last Tuesday of each April, recognized

Summary

Alabama designates the last Tuesday of April as APOL1-Mediated Kidney Disease Awareness Day and promotes awareness, testing, and research to address AMKD.

What This Bill Does

The bill designates a specific awareness day in Alabama. It promotes public awareness of APOL1-mediated kidney disease, encourages collaboration in research for better treatment or a cure, and invites individuals with Western or Central African ancestry to consider genetic testing for APOL1 mutations. It also notes that there are no approved treatments addressing the underlying cause and that clinical trials may help develop new therapies.

Who It Affects

• Alabama residents, especially those with Western or Central African ancestry, who are encouraged to learn about AMKD and consider genetic testing.
• Healthcare professionals, researchers, and public health groups in Alabama who are encouraged to promote awareness, discuss testing, and participate in related research and potential clinical trials.

Key Provisions

• Designates the last Tuesday of April as APOL1-Mediated Kidney Disease Awareness Day in Alabama.
• Encourages cooperation and participation of all Alabama citizens in research for effective treatment and a cure for AMKD.
• Encourages individuals from or with ancestry from Western and Central Africa to consider genetic testing for APOL1 gene mutations.
• Notes that APOL1 variants significantly affect kidney disease risk and that clinical trials may offer opportunities for developing treatments.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 22, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

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