H.R.256

Designating the month of September 2025 as "Childhood Cancer Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania.

Introduced·6/11/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania HR256 designates September 2025 as "Childhood Cancer Awareness Month" to honor those affected and promote treatment efforts.

Pennsylvania HR256 designates September 2025 as "Childhood Cancer Awareness Month" to raise awareness about the impact of childhood cancer. The resolution highlights the progress made in treatment, with survival rates improving significantly since the 1970s. It also acknowledges the challenges still faced in treating certain types of childhood cancer and the importance of Pennsylvania's role in pediatric cancer research and treatment. The resolution encourages Pennsylvanians to support ongoing efforts to combat childhood cancer and honor those affected by the disease.

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Where it stands

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Roll Call Votes

House Children And Youth: Report Bill As Committed

24 Yea

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1 Nay

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1 Not Voting

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Calendar

Sep 29, 2025

10:00 AM

Children & Youth (h) Hearing

Jul 16, 2025

10:00 AM

Children & Youth (h) Hearing

History

Dec 16, 2025

House

Laid on the table (Pursuant to House Rule 71)

Sep 29, 2025

House

Reported as committed

Jun 11, 2025

House

Referred to Children & Youth