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US HR1037
Resolution
Status
2/4/2026
Primary Sponsor
Debbie Dingell
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AI Summary
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Designates February 4, 2026, as "National Cancer Prevention Day" to emphasize cancer risk reduction for human health and the environment
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Cites 2026 estimates of 2,114,850 new cancer diagnoses and 626,140 cancer deaths in the United States
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Notes an estimated 9,680 children ages 0-14 will be diagnosed with cancer in 2026, with 1,090 deaths
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References the Cancer Moonshot initiative's goal to cut cancer death rates by 50 percent over 25 years
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Recognizes efforts to raise awareness for cancer risk reduction, encourage early detection, and support medical and scientific research to end the disease
Legislative Description
Expressing support for the designation of February 4, 2026, as "National Cancer Prevention Day".
Health
Last Action
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
2/4/2026