SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 472
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
honor the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network and its
dedicated volunteers for their exceptional efforts to reduce the
incidence of cancer in our state; and
WHEREAS, Recent data from the American Cancer Society
indicates that the cancer death rate in the United States has
dropped by 25 percent since its peak in 1991; increased
investment in cancer research has paid impressive dividends, and
the efforts of hardworking health care employees have saved the
lives of countless citizens across the nation; and
WHEREAS, The volunteers of the American Cancer Society
Cancer Action Network work diligently to reduce cancer rates by
funding grassroots, lobbying, and media campaigns and advocating
for the use of early detection programs; the Cancer Prevention
and Research Institute of Texas promotes this mission by
accelerating cancer research, prioritizing clinical trials for
promising new medications, and helping to inform Texans about
cancer prevention strategies and services; and
WHEREAS, Although great strides have been made in cancer
prevention and research, it is estimated that 1.6 million new
cancer cases will be diagnosed in the United States in 2017; the
American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network volunteers engage
local communities and motivate leaders across the state to take
the proactive steps necessary in the very important battle
against cancer; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th
Legislature, hereby commend the volunteers of the American
Cancer Society Cancer Action Network and proclaim March 28, 2017,
American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network Day at the State
Capitol; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for the
organization as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
Nelson
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 22, 2017.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate