Rep. Irwin offered the following resolution:

House Resolution No. 243.  

            A resolution to declare March 12, 2016, as Suddenly Sleepy Saturday and Narcolepsy Awareness Day in the state of Michigan.

            Whereas, Narcolepsy is a chronic neurological disorder caused by the brain’s inability to regulate sleep-wake cycles; and

            Whereas, Narcolepsy affects an estimated 1 in every 2,000 Americans; and

            Whereas, Narcolepsy is an under-recognized and under-diagnosed condition; and

            Whereas, The symptoms of narcolepsy, especially when undiagnosed, can lead to accidents, injuries, and problems with learning and working; and

            Whereas, Narcolepsy affects people neurologically, socially, and emotionally; and

            Whereas, Narcolepsy affects people of all ages, with onset typically between the ages of 15 and 30; and

            Whereas, Narcolepsy Network is a national organization, based in North Kingstown, Rhode Island, created to promote awareness of the disease and support for those who suffer from narcolepsy; now, therefore, be it

            Resolved by the House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body declare March 12, 2016, as Suddenly Sleepy Saturday and Narcolepsy Awareness Day in the state of Michigan.