Bill · S.Res. 947· Senate(119-SRES-947)
A resolution designating September 2026 as "National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month".
- Introduced
- 9/30/2026
- Last activity
- 9/30/2026 — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5299; text: CR S5273)
- Sponsored by
- Tim Scott
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 2
- Introduced
- Officially Recorded
- Adopted by the Senate
A Senate resolution is the Senate speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the Senate agrees to it, it is officially the Senate's word; it is not a law, so the House and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
This resolution designates September 2026 as ``National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month''. It highlights that nearly 15,000 children and adolescents are diagnosed with cancer each year in the United States, while about 1,600 lose their lives annually. The text notes that cancer remains a leading cause of death from disease for this age group, though the 5-year survival rate has improved to over 85 percent. Additionally, it points out that many survivors will develop chronic health conditions later in life. Finally, the Senate calls for various levels of government and organizations to observe the month with programs aimed at increasing public knowledge.
Yes
Would children be better off under this?+4
The resolution raises public awareness of childhood cancer and prioritizes finding cures and prevention.
Would people with disabilities be better off under this?+3
The resolution supports long-term health management and care for childhood cancer survivors dealing with chronic health conditions.
Does this make health care easier to get in general?+3
The resolution encourages ongoing monitoring and care for childhood cancer survivors throughout their adult lives.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Public Awareness and Education: Under resolved section (2), the Federal Government, States, localities, and nonprofit organizations are requested to observe the month with appropriate programs and activities to increase public knowledge of childhood cancer risks. This is positive because it helps educate the public on a major health issue affecting children.
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Encouraging Ongoing Care for Survivors: Under resolved section (3), survivors of childhood cancer are encouraged to continue receiving ongoing monitoring and care throughout their adult lives. This is positive as it promotes long-term health management for individuals dealing with potential late effects from treatment.
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Prioritizing Public Health: Under resolved section (4), the Senate recognizes the human toll of childhood cancer and pledges to make the prevention of and cure for childhood cancer a public health priority. This is positive because it focuses official attention and priority on fighting the disease.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No Negative Impacts Identified: The provided text does not contain any specific sections or provisions that outline negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
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- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Children+4Good For People With Disabilities+3
- Healthcare
- Improves Healthcare Access+3
- 9/30/2026
- Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
- Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5299; text: CR S5273)
- 3 Cosponsors added.
- Bill introduced.
Michael BennetDemocrat · Colorado
Shelley CapitoRepublican · West Virginia
John ReedDemocrat · Rhode Island