The purpose of this resolution is to support the designation of May as "Lyme and Tick-borne Disease Awareness Month." The goal is to raise awareness about Lyme disease and other illnesses transmitted by ticks, highlighting the increasing prevalence of these diseases and the need for better public health responses. Key provisions of the resolution include recognition of the significant rise in Lyme disease cases in the United States, with over 89,000 reported cases in 2023.