Raising awareness for the sarcoma cancer chordoma.

2/5/2024, 2:30 PM

This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives of the need for increased funding and support for diagnosis, treatments, and cures for chordoma (a bone cancer of the skull and spine).

Bill 118 H.Res. 937, also known as the "Raising Awareness for Sarcoma Cancer Chordoma" bill, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of increasing awareness and understanding of the rare cancer known as chordoma. Chordoma is a type of sarcoma cancer that affects the bones of the skull and spine, and is often difficult to diagnose and treat.

The bill highlights the need for increased research funding, improved access to treatment options, and better support for patients and their families affected by chordoma. It also calls for greater collaboration among healthcare providers, researchers, and patient advocacy groups to advance knowledge and treatment of this rare cancer.

If passed, this bill would help raise awareness about chordoma and the challenges faced by those living with this disease. It would also encourage efforts to improve early detection, diagnosis, and treatment options for patients, ultimately leading to better outcomes and quality of life for those affected by chordoma. Overall, Bill 118 H.Res. 937 seeks to bring attention to the unique needs of individuals with chordoma and to promote efforts to advance research and support for this rare form of cancer.
Congress
118

Number
HRES - 937

Introduced on
2023-12-14

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

12/14/2023

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives of the need for increased funding and support for diagnosis, treatments, and cures for chordoma (a bone cancer of the skull and spine).

Bill 118 H.Res. 937, also known as the "Raising Awareness for Sarcoma Cancer Chordoma" bill, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of increasing awareness and understanding of the rare cancer known as chordoma. Chordoma is a type of sarcoma cancer that affects the bones of the skull and spine, and is often difficult to diagnose and treat.

The bill highlights the need for increased research funding, improved access to treatment options, and better support for patients and their families affected by chordoma. It also calls for greater collaboration among healthcare providers, researchers, and patient advocacy groups to advance knowledge and treatment of this rare cancer.

If passed, this bill would help raise awareness about chordoma and the challenges faced by those living with this disease. It would also encourage efforts to improve early detection, diagnosis, and treatment options for patients, ultimately leading to better outcomes and quality of life for those affected by chordoma. Overall, Bill 118 H.Res. 937 seeks to bring attention to the unique needs of individuals with chordoma and to promote efforts to advance research and support for this rare form of cancer.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedRaising awareness for the sarcoma cancer chordoma.

Policy Areas
Health

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary12/19/2024

This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives of the need for increased funding and support for diagnosis, treatments, and cures for chordoma (a bone cancer of the skull and spine).


Latest Action12/15/2023
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.