The Oklahoma House of Representatives has adopted House Resolution 1020, recognizing the last week of September as Frontotemporal Dementia Awareness Week in Oklahoma.

Authored by Rep. Tammy West, R-Oklahoma City, the resolution seeks to raise awareness of frontotemporal dementia (FTD), a rare but devastating neurological disorder that primarily affects individuals between the ages of 45 and 64.

West was joined on the House floor by her longtime friend Lezlie Holliday, who was diagnosed with FTD. West said only eight other states have formally recognized this disease.

"Frontotemporal dementia is not well known, but its impact on families is life-altering," West said. "I hope this resolution will not only bring comfort and recognition to those who are struggling, but also help accelerate the path to better diagnosis, treatment, and one day, a cure."

According to the Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration, FTD places an estimated $120,000 per year on families. This economic burden is largely due to the progressive loss of language, behavior and emotional functioning. There is currently no cure or treatment that slows or stops the disease’s progression.

Oklahoma will recognize Lezlie Holliday Frontotemporal Dementia Awareness Week September 21–28, 2025.