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SCR 195

RECOGNIZING SEPTEMBER 2026 AS "PROSTATE CANCER AWARENESS MONTH" IN THE STATE OF DELAWARE.

153rd General Assembly (2025-2026) Introduced by Bill Bush and 16 co-sponsors

Delaware designates September 2026 as Prostate Cancer Awareness Month to promote education, advocacy, and outreach on screening, risks, and resources.

Passed By Senate. Votes: 18 YES 3 ABSENT
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Bill Summary · SCR 195

Bill overview

  • Bill: SCR 195
  • Session: 153
  • Jurisdiction: Delaware
  • Title: Recognizing September 2026 as "Prostate Cancer Awareness Month" in the State of Delaware
  • Type: Senate Concurrent Resolution (SCR)

Purpose and intent

  • The resolution designates September 2026 as Prostate Cancer Awareness Month in Delaware.
  • It aims to recognize the importance of increased awareness, education, and advocacy related to prostate cancer among Delaware residents.
  • The measure serves to publicly acknowledge efforts by healthcare providers, researchers, patient organizations, and advocates in the fight against prostate cancer.

Key provisions and changes

  • Formal designation: September 2026 is proclaimed as Prostate Cancer Awareness Month by the State of Delaware.
  • Acknowledgments: The resolution typically includes language commending healthcare professionals, researchers, patients, survivors, and advocacy groups for their contributions.
  • Public recognition: Encourages state agencies, organizations, and communities to observe and participate in awareness activities and outreach during September 2026.
  • Education and outreach: May invite and support efforts to raise awareness about screening, early detection, risk factors, treatment options, and resources for Delaware residents.

Who or what would be affected

  • State government: Delaware’s legislative bodies and state agencies would publicly recognize and promote the awareness month.
  • Healthcare and advocacy communities: Prostate cancer organizations, medical professionals, researchers, patients, and survivors may participate in events and outreach.
  • General public: Delaware residents benefit from increased awareness, education, and access to information about prostate cancer.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Introduction and passage: The bill was introduced and passed the Delaware Senate on May 20, 2026, with a vote of 18 in favor, 3 absent.
  • Next steps: As a Concurrent Resolution, if it passes the House (and is signed by the Governor if required), it would become the official stance of the state recognizing September 2026 as Prostate Cancer Awareness Month.
  • Advisory nature: SCRs are symbolic and do not create new law or fiscal obligations; they express the Legislature’s intent and encourage observance.

Additional context

  • The bill includes a diverse list of co-sponsors from various Senate districts, indicating broad legislative support for raising awareness about prostate cancer.
  • While the resolution does not establish funding or mandated programs, it may pave the way for future awareness events, collaborations, and public health messaging within Delaware.

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

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