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HR 8575

HOUSE RESOLUTION DECLARING MAY 2026 AS "BRAIN TUMOR AWARENESS MONTH" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Edith Ajello and 9 co-sponsors

Declares May 2026 Brain Tumor Awareness Month in Rhode Island to promote awareness and recognize efforts, without creating programs or funding.

05/21/2026 House read and passed
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Bill Summary · HR 8575

Overview

  • Bill: HR 8575
  • Session: 2026
  • Jurisdiction: Rhode Island
  • Title: HOUSE RESOLUTION DECLARING MAY 2026 AS "BRAIN TUMOR AWARENESS MONTH" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND
  • Introduced: May 21, 2026
  • Status: Read and passed by the Rhode Island House of Representatives on May 21, 2026
  • Sponsors: Multiple Representatives (including Shanley, Blazejewski, Kazarian, Hopkins, McNamara, Bennett, Chippendale, Kennedy, Shallcross Smith, Ajello) with several co-sponsors

Purpose and Intent

  • Declares May 2026 as Brain Tumor Awareness Month in Rhode Island.
  • Aims to promote public awareness of brain tumors, the challenges in research and treatment, and the need for further research.
  • Recognizes the impact of brain tumors on patients and families and highlights the difficulties in screening, early detection, and treatment.

Key Provisions

  • Formal designation: May 2026 is proclaimed as Brain Tumor Awareness Month in the State of Rhode Island.
  • Public notice: Directs the Secretary of State to issue duly certified copies of the resolution to key national and state brain tumor organizations and foundations, including:
    • American Brain Tumor Association (Ms. Kelly Sitkin, President & CEO)
    • National Brain Tumor Society (Mr. David F. Arons, President & CEO)
    • Rhode Island Brain & Spine Tumor Foundation (Dr. Prakash Sampath, President)
    • Rhode Island Brain & Spine Tumor Foundation (Ms. Lisa D'Ambra, Executive Director)
  • This is a symbolic/recognition measure rather than a statute mandating programs or funding.

Who/What Is Affected

  • Rhode Island residents and institutions by virtue of awareness activities during May 2026.
  • Organizations listed in the resolution (both national and Rhode Island-based brain tumor groups) receive formal recognition and copies of the resolution.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Effective immediately upon passage of the resolution by the Rhode Island House of Representatives.
  • The resolution authorizes the Secretary of State to transmit copies to named organizations, enabling coordinated awareness efforts.
  • There is no appropriation or mandatory program funding attached; the measure focuses on recognition and awareness.

Potential Impact

  • Raises public consciousness about brain tumor incidence, survival rates, and the burden on patients and families.
  • Encourages continued emphasis on research, treatment advancement, and support resources.
  • Signals state-level endorsement of brain tumor education and collaboration with national and local advocacy groups.

Notes

  • The bill is an expressive resolution, not a funding mechanism or regulatory mandate.
  • Additional steps (such as passage in the Rhode Island Senate or signature by the Governor) would be required for any binding statewide programs or allocations; as a House resolution, its immediate effect is to acknowledge and promote awareness during May 2026.

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

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