Bill · H.Res. 1270· House(119-HRES-1270)

Expressing support for the designation of July 15, 2026, as "Glioblastoma Awareness Day".

Age: 77 years

Texas

Introduced: 5/7/2026
Last activity: 5/7/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Sponsored by: Roger Williams
Cosponsors: - 10 - 20

Health

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A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.

What this bill would do

This resolution expresses support for designating July 15, 2026, as "Glioblastoma Awareness Day." It highlights that glioblastoma is a highly aggressive and deadly brain tumor with a low 5-year survival rate. The text notes the high out-of-pocket medical costs faced by patients and the lack of screening methods. It also mentions the importance of research, including the Glioblastoma Therapeutics Network. Finally, the resolution encourages public awareness, honors those affected by the disease, and supports continued investments in research and better treatments.

Yes· 3 of 5

Does this make health care easier to get in general?+3
The resolution supports research and the Glioblastoma Therapeutics Network to advance treatments and improve patient prognosis.
Does this put more money into medical research?+3
The resolution encourages continued investments in glioblastoma research and the Glioblastoma Therapeutics Network.
Would people with disabilities be better off under this?+2
The resolution supports the development of treatments for a devastating disease that impacts cognitive and physical function.