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Supporting Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

This House Resolution supports March 2022 as National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Its goal is to raise public awareness about colorectal cancer, its prevention, and early detection, which can save many American lives. It encourages citizens to actively participate in educational and preventive activities.
Key points
Emphasizes the importance of early screening tests, such as colonoscopies, in preventing and early detecting colorectal cancer.
Highlights the increase in cases among individuals aged 40-49 and higher mortality rates in certain ethnic groups.
Supports the goal of the President's Cancer Moonshot initiative to reduce cancer death rates by at least 50% over the next 25 years.
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Print number: 117_HRES_958
Sponsor: Rep. Payne, Donald M., Jr. [D-NJ-10]
Process start date: 2022-03-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Supporting the designation of March 2022 as National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HRES_958.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-03-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Emphasizes the importance of early screening tests, such as colonoscopies, in preventing and early detecting colorectal cancer.
  • Highlights the increase in cases among individuals aged 40-49 and higher mortality rates in certain ethnic groups.
  • Supports the goal of the President's Cancer Moonshot initiative to reduce cancer death rates by at least 50% over the next 25 years.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Payne, Donald M., Jr. [D-NJ-10].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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