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HR 514

A Resolution designating October 13, 2026, as "Metastatic Breast Cancer Awareness Day" in Pennsylvania.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Marc Anderson and 15 co-sponsors

Designates October 13, 2026 as Metastatic Breast Cancer Awareness Day in Pennsylvania to promote public awareness, education, and support.

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Bill Summary · HR 514

Summary of Bill HR 514 (Session: 2025-2026) – Pennsylvania

Title

A Resolution designating October 13, 2026, as “Metastatic Breast Cancer Awareness Day” in Pennsylvania.

Purpose and intent

  • The bill designates a specific day in Pennsylvania to raise awareness of metastatic breast cancer (MBC).
  • It aims to recognize the impact of metastatic breast cancer on patients, families, caregivers, and the broader community.
  • It signals the Commonwealth’s commitment to education, advocacy, and support related to metastatic breast cancer.

Key provisions

  • Establishment of a statewide observance: October 13, 2026, designated as Metastatic Breast Cancer Awareness Day in Pennsylvania.
  • Purpose of observance likely includes promoting public awareness, understanding, and outreach (as typical for such resolutions), though the text provided does not specify funding or programs.
  • Recognition by the General Assembly of the importance of MBC awareness and the need for continued education and support.

Who would be affected

  • The designation primarily affects:
    • Pennsylvania residents, especially those affected by metastatic breast cancer
    • Public institutions, schools, healthcare organizations, and non-profits that may participate in awareness events or educational activities on or around October 13, 2026
    • State agencies and local governments that may coordinate or participate in recognition activities

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Type: Non-binding concurrent resolution (a ceremonial acknowledgment rather than a statute with fiscal or regulatory impact).
  • Effective date: The resolution designates a specific day in 2026; effectiveness begins upon enactment and applies to the designated date.
  • Sponsorship: The bill has multiple co-sponsors from a range of political backgrounds, indicating broad bipartisan support for the awareness designation.
  • Next steps: If approved, the resolution would be adopted by both chambers of the Pennsylvania General Assembly and presented for the governor’s signature or enactment as a ceremonial measure.

Potential impact

  • Public awareness: Helps spotlight MBC, potentially increasing public understanding and reducing stigma.
  • Education and advocacy: Encourages educational activities, fundraising, and support initiatives by health organizations, patient groups, and communities.
  • No fiscal impact anticipated: As a non-binding resolution, it typically does not authorize spending or create new obligations on state agencies beyond ceremonial participation.

Notes

  • This summary is based on the provided bill title and sponsor information. If the full text contains additional provisions (e.g., explicit statements about commemorative events, proclamations, or requested actions for state agencies), those details would refine the scope and impact.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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