Rep. Bizon offered the following resolution:

House Resolution No. 242.

            A resolution to declare March 2016 as Chronic Kidney Disease Awareness Month in the state of Michigan.

            Whereas, Twenty-six million American adults have chronic kidney disease and millions of others have an increased risk; and

            Whereas, Early detection can help prevent the progression of kidney disease and kidney failure; and

            Whereas, Heart disease is the major cause of death for all people with chronic kidney disease; and

            Whereas, High risks groups include those with diabetes, hypertension, and family history of kidney failure; and

            Whereas, African Americans, Pacific Islanders, American Indians, and seniors are at an increased risk; and

            Whereas, A national month dedicated to educating all Americans on the importance of chronic kidney disease and early detection of the disease the better chance of slowing or stopping progression; now, therefore, be it

            Resolved by the House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body declare March 2016 as Chronic Kidney Disease Awareness Month in the state of Michigan.