Bill · H.Con.Res. 55· House(119-HCONRES-55)
Designating September 2025 as "Gynecologic Cancers Awareness Month".
- Introduced
- 10/6/2025
- Last activity
- 10/6/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- Sponsored by
- Debbie Dingell
- Cosponsors
- - 0 - 1
- Introduced
- In Committee
A concurrent resolution is how the House and the Senate settle something they do together, such as a budget plan or a joint session. It is adopted once both chambers agree to it, and that puts it into effect; it is not a law, so it does not go to the President.
What this bill would do
This resolution designates September 2025 as Gynecologic Cancers Awareness Month. It highlights the serious impact of gynecologic cancers, including cervical, ovarian, endometrial, vaginal, and vulvar cancers. The text notes that these cancers cause tens of thousands of new cases and deaths each year. It points out that increased awareness can help lead to earlier diagnoses and better health outcomes. Congress officially supports this designation and encourages everyone in the country to learn about their risks.
Yes
Would women be better off under this?+5
The resolution aims to reduce the burden of gynecologic cancers on women through increased awareness and research support.
Does this make health care easier to get in general?+3
The resolution encourages awareness that can lead to earlier diagnosis and follow-up with health professionals.
Does this put more money into medical research?+3
The bill explicitly supports research on gynecologic cancers to address the rising incidence and mortality rates.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Promoting Awareness and Education: Under Resolved section (3)(A) and (4), Congress supports promoting awareness about the causes, risks, and prevention of gynecologic cancers and encourages every person in the United States to learn about their risk. This is a positive step because increased awareness can lead to earlier diagnosis and appropriate followup with health professionals.
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Supporting Research and Better Health Outcomes: Under Resolved section (3)(B) and (3)(C), the United States affirms its commitment to supporting research on gynecologic cancers and taking steps to improve health outcomes while reducing mortality. This could benefit individuals by potentially leading to better medical treatments and lower death rates from these diseases.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No Negative Impacts Identified: Based strictly on the provided text, there are no specific sections or provisions that outline negative consequences, burdens, or penalties for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Healthcare
- Improves Healthcare Access+3Increases Research Funding+3
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Women+5
- 10/6/2025
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
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Don BaconRepublican · Nebraska