; Whereas the United States plays a critical role in coordinating multiple sclerosis research globally and amplifies the impact of research in the United States through which results are delivered to multiple sclerosis patients; Whereas, in 2012, the National Multiple Sclerosis Society was a founding member of the International Progressive Multiple Sclerosis Alliance, which coordinates research to accelerate the development of treatments for progressive multiple sclerosis by removing international scientific and technological barriers and which now includes 16 multiple sclerosis organizations from 15 countries, 8 foundation and trust members and 5 pharmaceutical partners; Whereas the Multiple Sclerosis Coalition recognizes and supports Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Week during March of every calendar year; Whereas the goals of Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Week are to invite people to join the movement to end multiple sclerosis, encourage everyone to do something to demonstrate a commitment to moving toward a world free of multiple sclerosis, and acknowledge those who have dedicated time and talent to help promote multiple sclerosis research and programs; and Whereas, in 2017, Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Week is recognized during the week of March 5 through March 11: Now, therefore, be it