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Expressing support for the designation of September 2022 as "National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month".
12/29/2023, 8:30 PM
Summary of Bill HRES 1336
Bill 117 H.Res. 1336 is a resolution introduced in the US Congress to express support for designating September 2022 as "National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month." The purpose of this resolution is to raise awareness about prostate cancer, which is the second most common cancer among men in the United States.
The resolution highlights the importance of early detection and treatment of prostate cancer, as well as the need for increased research funding to develop better screening methods and treatments for the disease. It also recognizes the impact that prostate cancer has on individuals, families, and communities across the country.
By designating September 2022 as "National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month," the resolution aims to educate the public about the risk factors for prostate cancer, encourage men to talk to their healthcare providers about screening options, and promote a healthy lifestyle to reduce the risk of developing the disease. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 1336 seeks to bring attention to the importance of prostate cancer awareness and advocacy, with the ultimate goal of reducing the incidence and mortality rates of this common and potentially deadly disease.
The resolution highlights the importance of early detection and treatment of prostate cancer, as well as the need for increased research funding to develop better screening methods and treatments for the disease. It also recognizes the impact that prostate cancer has on individuals, families, and communities across the country.
By designating September 2022 as "National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month," the resolution aims to educate the public about the risk factors for prostate cancer, encourage men to talk to their healthcare providers about screening options, and promote a healthy lifestyle to reduce the risk of developing the disease. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 1336 seeks to bring attention to the importance of prostate cancer awareness and advocacy, with the ultimate goal of reducing the incidence and mortality rates of this common and potentially deadly disease.
Congressional Summary of HRES 1336
This resolution expresses support for the designation of National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 1336
Bill HRES 1336 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 9, 2022. Bill HRES 1336 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on September 9, 2022.  Bill HRES 1336's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of September 12, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 1336
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
32Democrat Cosponsors
24Republican Cosponsors
8Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 1336
Primary Policy Focus
HealthPotential Impact Areas
- Cancer
- Commemorative events and holidays
- Health care coverage and access
- Health care quality
- Health promotion and preventive care
- Medical research
- Medical tests and diagnostic methods
- Research administration and funding
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 1336
Expressing support for the designation of September 2022 as "National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month".
Expressing support for the designation of September 2022 as "National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month".
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HRES 1336
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