Expressing support for the designation of November 2021 as "Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month".

12/30/2022, 8:18 AM

This resolution expresses support for the designation of Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month.

Bill 117 H.Res. 790 is a resolution introduced in the US Congress to express support for designating November 2021 as "Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month." The purpose of this resolution is to raise awareness about pancreatic cancer, a deadly disease that affects thousands of Americans each year.

Pancreatic cancer is known for its high mortality rate and often goes undetected until it has reached an advanced stage. By designating November as Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month, the resolution aims to educate the public about the risk factors, symptoms, and treatment options for this disease.

The resolution also recognizes the importance of early detection and research in improving outcomes for pancreatic cancer patients. It calls for increased funding for research and support for those affected by the disease. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 790 seeks to bring attention to pancreatic cancer and encourage efforts to improve prevention, detection, and treatment of this devastating illness. It is a bipartisan effort to raise awareness and support for those impacted by pancreatic cancer.
Congress
117

Number
HRES - 790

Introduced on
2021-11-12

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

11/12/2021

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This resolution expresses support for the designation of Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month.

Bill 117 H.Res. 790 is a resolution introduced in the US Congress to express support for designating November 2021 as "Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month." The purpose of this resolution is to raise awareness about pancreatic cancer, a deadly disease that affects thousands of Americans each year.

Pancreatic cancer is known for its high mortality rate and often goes undetected until it has reached an advanced stage. By designating November as Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month, the resolution aims to educate the public about the risk factors, symptoms, and treatment options for this disease.

The resolution also recognizes the importance of early detection and research in improving outcomes for pancreatic cancer patients. It calls for increased funding for research and support for those affected by the disease. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 790 seeks to bring attention to pancreatic cancer and encourage efforts to improve prevention, detection, and treatment of this devastating illness. It is a bipartisan effort to raise awareness and support for those impacted by pancreatic cancer.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedExpressing support for the designation of November 2021 as "Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month".

Policy Areas
Health

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Recent Activity

Latest Summary3/14/2022

This resolution expresses support for the designation of Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month.


Latest Action11/15/2021
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.