Expressing support for the designation of February 4, 2023, as "National Cancer Prevention Day".

12/15/2023, 3:51 PM

This resolution expresses support for the designation of National Cancer Prevention Day.

Bill 118 HRES 93, also known as the "National Cancer Prevention Day" bill, is a piece of legislation that aims to designate February 4, 2023, as a day to raise awareness and support for cancer prevention efforts in the United States. The bill expresses the importance of promoting healthy lifestyles, early detection, and access to quality healthcare in order to prevent cancer and reduce the burden of this disease on individuals and society.

The bill highlights the significant impact that cancer has on the lives of millions of Americans each year, and emphasizes the need for increased education and resources to help prevent the development of cancer. By designating February 4th as "National Cancer Prevention Day," the bill seeks to bring attention to the importance of taking proactive steps to reduce the risk of cancer through lifestyle choices, screenings, and vaccinations.

Overall, Bill 118 HRES 93 serves as a reminder of the importance of prioritizing cancer prevention efforts in order to improve public health and reduce the prevalence of this devastating disease in the United States.
Congress
118

Number
HRES - 93

Introduced on
2023-02-02

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

2/2/2023

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 National Cancer Prevention Day.

Bill 118 HRES 93, also known as the "National Cancer Prevention Day" bill, is a piece of legislation that aims to designate February 4, 2023, as a day to raise awareness and support for cancer prevention efforts in the United States. The bill expresses the importance of promoting healthy lifestyles, early detection, and access to quality healthcare in order to prevent cancer and reduce the burden of this disease on individuals and society.

The bill highlights the significant impact that cancer has on the lives of millions of Americans each year, and emphasizes the need for increased education and resources to help prevent the development of cancer. By designating February 4th as "National Cancer Prevention Day," the bill seeks to bring attention to the importance of taking proactive steps to reduce the risk of cancer through lifestyle choices, screenings, and vaccinations.

Overall, Bill 118 HRES 93 serves as a reminder of the importance of prioritizing cancer prevention efforts in order to improve public health and reduce the prevalence of this devastating disease in the United States.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedExpressing support for the designation of February 4, 2023, as "National Cancer Prevention Day".

Policy Areas
Health

Potential Impact
Cancer
Commemorative events and holidays
Health promotion and preventive care

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary2/14/2023

This resolution expresses support for the designation of National Cancer Prevention Day.


Latest Action2/10/2023
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.