The month of May each year is established as Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Awareness Month to promote awareness of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and to recognize people living with the disease and those researching causes, treatments, and a cure. Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Awareness Month may be observed by public and private agencies and individuals with appropriate activities that increase the public's awareness of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and understanding of the challenges faced by individuals with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.
AS 44.12.190