IL SJR0071

Establishes the Illinois Legislative Cancer Caucus as a joint legislative forum for state senators and representatives to discuss public health issues related to cancer research, treatment, education, and prevention.

Cites that 571,950 Americans were expected to die of cancer in 2011, with 65,610 new cancer cases reported among Illinois residents and an estimated 23,140 cancer deaths in the state.

Directs the cancer caucus to increase awareness, promote cancer prevention and treatment policies, educate the public, and identify solutions to unmet needs in cancer care.

Requires the caucus to strengthen community support programs and ensure treatment options are available to medically indigent Illinois citizens.

Requests official recognition of the caucus within the Illinois General Assembly as the official body for cancer prevention, treatment, and education efforts.