A resolution expressing support for the designation of May 17, 2024, as "DIPG Pediatric Brain Cancer Awareness Day" to raise awareness of, and encourage research on, diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma tumors and pediatric cancers in general.

5/16/2024, 2:56 PM
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3739; text: CR S3719)
Bill 118 sres 691 is a resolution that aims to designate May 17, 2024, as "DIPG Pediatric Brain Cancer Awareness Day." The purpose of this designation is to raise awareness about diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (DIPG) tumors, which are a type of pediatric brain cancer. The resolution also seeks to encourage research on DIPG tumors and pediatric cancers in general.

The resolution emphasizes the importance of increasing awareness about DIPG tumors and pediatric cancers, as these diseases can have devastating effects on children and their families. By designating a specific day to focus on these issues, the resolution aims to bring attention to the need for more research and resources to combat these diseases.

Overall, Bill 118 sres 691 is a non-partisan effort to raise awareness about DIPG tumors and pediatric cancers, with the ultimate goal of improving outcomes for children affected by these diseases.
Congress
118
Number
SRES - 691
Introduced on
2024-05-15
# Amendments
0
Sponsors
+5
Cosponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Passed in Senate

Purpose and Summary

Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3739; text: CR S3719)
Bill 118 sres 691 is a resolution that aims to designate May 17, 2024, as "DIPG Pediatric Brain Cancer Awareness Day." The purpose of this designation is to raise awareness about diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (DIPG) tumors, which are a type of pediatric brain cancer. The resolution also seeks to encourage research on DIPG tumors and pediatric cancers in general.

The resolution emphasizes the importance of increasing awareness about DIPG tumors and pediatric cancers, as these diseases can have devastating effects on children and their families. By designating a specific day to focus on these issues, the resolution aims to bring attention to the need for more research and resources to combat these diseases.

Overall, Bill 118 sres 691 is a non-partisan effort to raise awareness about DIPG tumors and pediatric cancers, with the ultimate goal of improving outcomes for children affected by these diseases.
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Official Title as IntroducedA resolution expressing support for the designation of May 17, 2024, as "DIPG Pediatric Brain Cancer Awareness Day" to raise awareness of, and encourage research on, diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma tumors and pediatric cancers in general.

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Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3739; text: CR S3719)