Expressing support for the designation of May as "National Bladder Cancer Awareness Month".

Summary of HRES 392 — Expressing support for the designation of May as "National Bladder Cancer Awareness Month"

Overview

• Type: House Resolution (non-binding)
• Purpose: Express support for designating May as National Bladder Cancer Awareness Month; endorse the goals and ideals of such a month; urge broad participation in awareness and activities.
• Introduced: May 6, 2025
• Status: Submitted in the House and referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce

Key Provisions

1. The House of Representatives expresses support for:
   • The designation of May as National Bladder Cancer Awareness Month.
2. The House supports the goals and ideals of National Bladder Cancer Awareness Month.
3. The House calls on:
   • The American people, interested groups, the research community, and affected individuals to:
     • Promote awareness of bladder cancer and understand its impact on patients, families, caregivers, and communities.
     • Take an active role in the fight to end bladder cancer.
     • Observe National Bladder Cancer Awareness Month with appropriate ceremonies and activities.

Sponsors

• Primary sponsor: Gregory F. Murphy
• Cosponsors: Paul Tonko; Robert B. Aderholt; Donald G. Davis; Nanette Diaz Barragán; Eleanor Holmes Norton; Gerald E. Connolly; Brian K. Fitzpatrick; David Scott; Terri A. Sewell

Who is Affected

• Bladder cancer patients and their families, caregivers, and communities
• Public health and awareness organizations
• Researchers and medical professionals working on bladder cancer
• General public encouraged to participate in awareness activities

Procedural and Timeline Details

• Introduced: May 6, 2025
• Referenced to: House Committee on Energy and Commerce
• Status: Pending committee action; as a non-binding resolution, it expresses support and does not by itself create new law or funding

Potential Impact

• Elevates visibility of bladder cancer awareness at the federal level
• Encourages public education and community engagement around bladder cancer
• May influence future funding or advocacy efforts by increasing awareness among researchers, patient groups, and policymakers
• Does not authorize appropriations or new programs; serves as a formal expression of support and a call to action for awareness activities

Notes

• This is a non-binding resolution, intended to symbolize support within the House and to encourage awareness activities during National Bladder Cancer Awareness Month if designated.