Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HR992

Introduced
2/1/24  
Refer
2/1/24  

Caption

Recognizing February 4, 2024, as "World Cancer Day", and its theme "Close the Care Gap", to raise awareness about and launch efforts to eliminate racial and ethnic inequities and disparities in cancer care both in the United States and globally.

Impact

The resolution identifies systemic racism and discrimination as fundamental drivers behind persistent racial and ethnic disparities in cancer care. It highlights that, despite advancements in cancer treatment and reduction in mortality rates, certain groups like African Americans and American Indians/Alaska Natives are disproportionately affected. The calls for greater public awareness and targeted efforts to dismantle these inequities in healthcare underscore the resolution's objective to create a more inclusive healthcare environment where all racial and ethnic backgrounds can equally benefit from cancer care services.

Summary

House Resolution 992 recognizes February 4, 2024, as 'World Cancer Day,' focusing on the theme 'Close the Care Gap' to raise awareness about, and launch efforts to eliminate, racial and ethnic inequities and disparities in cancer care both in the United States and globally. It emphasizes the urgent necessity of enhancing access to cancer screening programs, early detection initiatives, and quality care for all racial and ethnic groups. The resolution aims to eliminate barriers that hinder consistent access to essential cancer care services while promoting a more equitable healthcare system.

Contention

Notable points of contention surrounding HR992 may stem from differing views on how best to address cancer care disparities. Advocates for the resolution, including health equity organizations and community groups, stress the importance of implementing patient navigation services to guide individuals through the complexities of the healthcare system. However, there may be challenges in legislating structural changes within existing institutions, as some stakeholders might perceive the resolution as an ambitious but insufficient step without associated comprehensive policy actions and dedicated funding to enhance healthcare access.

Companion Bills

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Previously Filed As

US HR276

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US HR224

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US HR1180

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US HR1304

Expressing support for the designation of June 19, 2024, as "World Sickle Cell Awareness Day" in order to increase public awareness across the United States and global community about sickle cell disease and the continued need for empirical research, early detection screenings, novel effective treatments leading to a cure, and preventative care programs with respect to complications from sickle cell anemia and conditions relating to sickle cell disease.

US HR239

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US HR1047

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US HR231

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US HR725

Expressing support for the designation of September 30, 2023, as "Rare Cancer Day" to highlight the challenges patients with rare cancers face and to raise awareness and support efforts to improve early diagnosis and treatment.

US HR897

Expressing support for the goals of November National Lung Cancer Awareness Month and for the early detection and treatment of lung cancer.

US HR1494

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Similar Bills

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