Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HR425

Introduced
5/18/23  
Refer
5/18/23  

Caption

Supporting the designation of July 19, 2023, as "Glioblastoma Awareness Day".

Impact

The enactment of HR425 would not make direct changes to existing state laws but serves as a symbolic recognition of the ongoing fight against glioblastoma. By formally declaring a day of awareness, the bill aims to catalyze community engagement and mobilize resources for educational campaigns. It is expected to enhance the visibility of glioblastoma and encourage collaboration among healthcare professionals, patients, and advocacy groups.

Summary

HR425 is a bill that seeks to designate July 19, 2023, as 'Glioblastoma Awareness Day'. This initiative aims to increase public awareness regarding glioblastoma, a highly aggressive form of brain cancer that affects thousands of individuals each year. By establishing a dedicated day for this cause, the bill's supporters hope to promote education about the disease, its symptoms, treatment options, and the importance of research in finding a cure.

Contention

While the bill enjoys broad support from health advocates and cancer awareness organizations, there may still be some contention regarding resource allocation for awareness campaigns. Critics may argue that while the intention is noble, efforts to promote awareness should be accompanied by substantial funding for research and patient support programs. Thus, while HR425 highlights a significant issue, the broader conversation about funding and healthcare resources is essential as well.

Companion Bills

US SR257

Related A resolution designating July 19, 2023, as "Glioblastoma Awareness Day".

US HR1203

Related Expressing support for the designation of July 17, 2024, as "Glioblastoma Awareness Day".

US SR735

Related A resolution designating July 17, 2024, as "Glioblastoma Awareness Day".

Previously Filed As

US SR257

A resolution designating July 19, 2023, as "Glioblastoma Awareness Day".

US HR1203

Expressing support for the designation of July 17, 2024, as "Glioblastoma Awareness Day".

US HR394

Expressing support for the designation of July 16, 2025, as "Glioblastoma Awareness Day".

US SR735

A resolution designating July 17, 2024, as "Glioblastoma Awareness Day".

US HR355

Supporting the designation of May 2023 as "National Brain Tumor Awareness Month".

US HR361

Expressing support for the designation of May 7 each year as "Brain Donation Awareness Day".

US HR374

Supports the designation of "ALS Awareness Month".

US HR416

Expressing support for the designation of the 17th day in May as "DIPG Awareness Day" to raise awareness and encourage research into cures for diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (DIPG) and pediatric cancers in general.

US HR415

Expressing support for the designation of May as "National Bladder Cancer Awareness Month".

US HR372

Expressing support for the designation of May 2023 as "Mental Health Awareness Month".

Similar Bills

US HR1203

Expressing support for the designation of July 17, 2024, as "Glioblastoma Awareness Day".

US HR394

Expressing support for the designation of July 16, 2025, as "Glioblastoma Awareness Day".

US SR257

A resolution designating July 19, 2023, as "Glioblastoma Awareness Day".

US SR735

A resolution designating July 17, 2024, as "Glioblastoma Awareness Day".

TX HR94

Recognizing February 15, 2023, as Glioblastoma Awareness Day in memory of Jose Angel Martinez.

TN HJR1456

A RESOLUTION to honor the commemoration of National Glioblastoma Cancer Awareness Day in Tennessee.

TN HJR0358

A RESOLUTION to honor the commemoration of National Glioblastoma Cancer Awareness Day in Tennessee.

US SB1330

BRAIN Act Bolstering Research And Innovation Now Act