CA SR53

Declares September 2025 as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month in California and encourages individuals, businesses, and organizations to participate in awareness activities throughout the year

Recognizes that approximately 9,550 children under 15 years of age will be diagnosed with cancer in the United States in 2025, making it the leading cause of death by disease for children

Highlights California's leadership in childhood cancer treatment with 18 Children's Oncology Group hospitals, 10 National Cancer Institute-designated cancer centers, and three international research consortia

Notes that the California Institute for Regenerative Medicine provides over $3 billion in funding for stem cell research and therapy development, including cancer research

Commits the Senate to supporting efforts to find cures and less toxic treatments for childhood cancer while honoring patients, families, and healthcare professionals