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PA SR146

Resolution

Status

Introduced

9/4/2025

Primary Sponsor

Lynda Schlegel Culver

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Designates September 2025 as "Histiocytosis Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania
  • Histiocytosis encompasses rare disorders caused by overproduction of white blood cells (histiocytes), leading to organ damage and tumor formation
  • Histiocytic disorders are classified into five main groups, with some now recognized as rare cancers called histiocytic neoplasms
  • Research over the past 15-20 years has advanced understanding of these disorders, including discovery of cancer-causing mutations
  • Aims to increase public and medical community awareness of these rare, not widely recognized conditions

Legislative Description

Designating the month of September 2025 as "Histiocytosis Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania.

Last Action

Referred to Rules & Executive Nominations

9/4/2025

Committee Referrals

Rules & Executive Nominations9/4/2025

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