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A resolution expressing support for the designation of May 17, 2022, 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.
9/29/2022, 4:21 AM
Summary of Bill SRES 642
Bill 117 sres 642 is a resolution that aims to designate May 17, 2022, as "DIPG Pediatric Brain Cancer Awareness Day." The purpose of this designation is to raise awareness about diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (DIPG) tumors, a type of pediatric brain cancer, and to encourage research on pediatric cancers in general.
The resolution emphasizes the need for increased awareness and research funding to better understand and treat DIPG tumors, which are particularly aggressive and difficult to treat. By designating a specific day for awareness, the resolution seeks to bring attention to the challenges faced by children and families affected by pediatric brain cancer.
Overall, Bill 117 sres 642 highlights the importance of supporting research efforts and raising awareness about pediatric brain cancer, with the ultimate goal of improving outcomes for children diagnosed with these devastating diseases.
The resolution emphasizes the need for increased awareness and research funding to better understand and treat DIPG tumors, which are particularly aggressive and difficult to treat. By designating a specific day for awareness, the resolution seeks to bring attention to the challenges faced by children and families affected by pediatric brain cancer.
Overall, Bill 117 sres 642 highlights the importance of supporting research efforts and raising awareness about pediatric brain cancer, with the ultimate goal of improving outcomes for children diagnosed with these devastating diseases.
Congressional Summary of SRES 642
This resolution expresses support for the designation of DIPG Awareness Day. DIPG is diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma, a terminal childhood brain cancer.
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Current Status of Bill SRES 642
Bill SRES 642 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 17, 2022. Bill SRES 642 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on May 17, 2022. Bill SRES 642's most recent activity was Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2535; text: CR S2550) as of May 17, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 642
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
14Democrat Cosponsors
6Republican Cosponsors
8Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 642
Primary Policy Focus
HealthPotential Impact Areas
- Cancer
- Child health
- Commemorative events and holidays
- Health promotion and preventive care
- Neurological disorders
Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 642
A resolution expressing support for the designation of May 17, 2022, 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.
A resolution expressing support for the designation of May 17, 2022, 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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Sponsors and Cosponsors of SRES 642
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