ENROLLED JOINT RESOLUTION
Relating to: declaring May as Eye Health Awareness Month.
Whereas, healthy vision is essential to overall well-being and enables individuals to fully participate in daily activities, education, work, and recreation; and
Whereas, millions of individuals worldwide experience vision impairment or blindness, many of which cases could be prevented or treated with proper awareness, early detection, and access to care; and
Whereas, eye health conditions such as amblyopia, cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration, and refractive errors continue to affect individuals of all ages, underscoring the need for education and proactive measures; and
Whereas, the month of May provides an opportunity to raise public awareness about the importance of protecting eyesight, promoting regular eye exams, and supporting research and initiatives to improve eye health; and
Whereas, organizations, health care professionals, and communities are committed to reducing vision loss through prevention, treatment, and advocacy efforts; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the assembly, the senate concurring, That the Wisconsin Legislature hereby proclaims May as Eye Health Awareness Month; and, be it further
Resolved, That the Wisconsin Legislature encourages all residents to prioritize their eye health by scheduling regular eye exams, adopting protective measures such as wearing sunglasses, and learning about the risks and symptoms of eye conditions; and, be it further
Resolved, That the Wisconsin Legislature calls upon public and private entities to join in this observance by promoting education and providing resources.
Senator Mary Felzkowski
President of the Senate
Representative Robin J. Vos
Speaker of the Assembly
Edward A. Blazel
Assembly Chief Clerk
