Memorials, Recognition - Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month, March 2026 -

HJR 909 is a symbolic resolution designating March 2026 as "Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month" in Tennessee. It does not create new laws or allocate funding but formally recognizes the challenges faced by Tennesseans with inherited bleeding disorders like hemophilia and von Willebrand disease. The resolution aims to raise public awareness about these conditions, highlight the importance of medical care, and foster community support. It directly affects individuals living with bleeding disorders and their families by promoting broader understanding of their health needs. This resolution was unanimously adopted by the Tennessee House of Representatives in February 2026.