H.Res. 1506
Expressing support for the designation of September 2026 as "National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month".
Sponsor: Troy A. Carter
4 cosponsors
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That the House of Representatives—
(1) expresses support for the designation of National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month;
(2) declares that steps should be taken—
(A) to raise awareness about the importance of screening methods for, and treatment of, prostate cancer;
(B) to encourage research—
(i) to improve screening and treatment for prostate cancer;
(ii) to discover the causes of prostate cancer; and
(iii) to develop a cure for prostate cancer; and
(C) to continue to consider ways to im- prove access to, and the quality of, health care services for detecting and treating prostate cancer; and
(3) calls on the people of the United States, interest groups, and affected persons—
(A) to promote awareness of prostate cancer;
(B) to take an active role in the fight to end the devastating effects of prostate cancer on individuals, families, and the economy; and
(C) to observe National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month with appropriate ceremonies and activities.