Assembly Concurrent ResolutionChaptered/Signed
ACR 172: World Irritable Bowel Syndrome Day.
What ACR 172 does, verified June 25, 2026
<p>This bill declares April 19, 2026, as World Irritable Bowel Syndrome Day in California. It aims to raise awareness and support for individuals affected by irritable bowel syndrome, a common gastrointestinal disorder. The measure seeks to promote education, research, and advocacy for the condition, ultimately improving the lives of Californians living with IBS.</p>
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Last action: Chaptered by Secretary of State - Res. Chapter 65, Statutes of 2026. (2026-05-12)Alert me
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| May. 12, 2026 | Chaptered by Secretary of State - Res. Chapter 65, Statutes of 2026. |
| May. 12, 2026 | Enrolled and filed with the Secretary of State at 3 p.m. |
| May. 07, 2026 | In Assembly. Ordered to Engrossing and Enrolling. |
| May. 07, 2026 | Adopted and to Assembly. (Ayes 36. Noes 0. Page 4170.) |
| May. 05, 2026 | Ordered to special consent calendar. |
Latest bill textChaptered version, May 12, 2026 · 283 words
Assembly Concurrent Resolution No. 172
CHAPTER 65
Relative to World Irritable Bowel Syndrome Day.
[ Filed with Secretary of State May 12, 2026. ]
LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL'S DIGEST
ACR 172, Macedo. World Irritable Bowel Syndrome Day.
This measure would declare April 19, 2026, as World Irritable Bowel Syndrome Day in California.
WHEREAS, Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a gastrointestinal disorder of gut-brain interaction that is characterized by recurring abdominal pain, bloating, and altered bowel movements. Although many Americans suffer from individual symptoms, they do not realize it is a medical condition called IBS and for this reason, it often goes undiagnosed by physicians and patients; and
WHEREAS, The symptoms of IBS affect up to 15 percent of the adult population, or just over 35,000,000 Americans. The quality of life is significantly lower in people suffering from the symptoms of IBS than in healthy people; and
WHEREAS, Although IBS has a considerable impact on personal relationships and working practices, people with these symptoms often suffer in silence because of their reluctance to discuss their pain; and
WHEREAS, A number of California organizations, including the IBS Patient Support Group, are committed to supporting people suffering from the symptoms of IBS, including by raising public awareness, discovering innovative therapies, and providing patient educational materials; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That the Legislature hereby declares April 19, 2026, as World Irritable Bowel Syndrome Day in California and encourages all residents of the state to support and participate in organizations, events, and activities that raise awareness about IBS; and be it further
Resolved, That the Chief Clerk of the Assembly transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.
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