Congress·In Committee·H.Res. 1506

Expressing support for the designation of September 2026 as "National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month".

Prostate Cancer Awareness: September 2026 Designation

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This resolution is in the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. It has not moved since September 1, 2026. The committee members must decide to review the bill before it can move forward, though most bills like this do not receive a vote.

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This is a standard commemorative resolution with bipartisan support that does not cost money or change laws, making it very likely to pass.

Key Points

This resolution names September 2026 as National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. It encourages people across the country to learn about the disease and participate in activities that promote health.
The proposal highlights that prostate cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths for men in the United States. It notes that early screening can lead to a nearly 100 percent survival rate over five years.
The resolution calls for more research into a cure and better ways to treat the disease. It also emphasizes the need for better healthcare access to help men get the screenings they need to catch cancer early.

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Milestones

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Sep 1, 2026House

Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Sep 1, 2026House

Submitted in House

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Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

Expressing support for the designation of September 2026 as "National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month".

Bill NumberHRES 1506

Congress119th Congress

ChamberHouse of Representatives

Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

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D: 2R: 2

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