Bill · H.Res. 1509· House(119-HRES-1509)
Recognizing the extraordinary resilience and courage of children and families fighting neuroblastoma and supports the incredible effort of clinicians and researchers working to address this disease and expressing support for September 3, 2026, to be designated as "Neuroblastoma Awareness Day".
- Introduced
- 9/3/2026
- Last activity
- 9/3/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- Sponsored by
- Judy Chu
- Cosponsors
- - 2 - 3
- Introduced
- In Committee
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 recognizes the courage of children and families fighting neuroblastoma. It highlights the challenges of the disease, noting it is the most common cancer in infants and a leading cause of childhood cancer deaths. The text acknowledges the intensive treatments required and the potential lifelong health complications for survivors. It also notes that childhood cancers historically receive less research funding than adult cancers. Finally, the resolution supports designating September 3, 2026, as "Neuroblastoma Awareness Day" to honor those affected and support medical professionals.
Yes
Would children be better off under this?+3
The resolution focuses on raising awareness for neuroblastoma, a common childhood cancer.
Does this put more money into scientific research?+1
The resolution advocates for increased awareness to drive investment in research and therapeutic development.
Does this put more money into medical research?+1
The resolution highlights the need for continued research and investment in treatment advancements for neuroblastoma.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Designation of Neuroblastoma Awareness Day: By designating September 3, 2026, as "Neuroblastoma Awareness Day," the resolution provides a dedicated opportunity to recognize the resilience of children and families and support the efforts of clinicians and researchers. (Resolution Text)
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Increased Awareness Benefits: Increased awareness can lead to earlier diagnosis, improved outcomes, and help drive investment in research and treatment advancements for pediatric cancers. (Whereas clauses)
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts or burdens are explicitly stated in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Children+3
- Education And Technology
- Increases Scientific Research Funding+1
- Healthcare
- Increases Research Funding+1
- 10/5/2026
- 4 Cosponsors added.
- 9/3/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
Debbie DingellDemocrat · Michigan
Brian FitzpatrickRepublican · Pennsylvania
Mike KellyRepublican · Pennsylvania
Michael McCaulRepublican · Texas
Eleanor NortonDemocrat · District of Columbia