Expressing support for the designation of November 2025 as "National Lung Cancer Awareness Month" and expressing support for early detection and treatment of lung cancer.

House Resolution

H.Res. 960

119th Congress

Expressing support for the designation of November 2025 as "National Lung Cancer Awareness Month" and expressing support for early detection and treatment of lung cancer.

In Committee

Introduced:Dec 18, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Brendan Boyle

D - PA

Cosponsors

1

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Summary

This resolution designates November 2025 as National Lung Cancer Awareness Month and calls attention to lung cancer as the leading cause of cancer deaths in America. It highlights that only 16% of high-risk individuals get screened despite a 67% 5-year survival rate when caught early, and addresses disparities affecting Black men and veterans who face elevated risks.

Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Introduced12/18/2025

StatusReferred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

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Expressing support for the designation of November 2025 as "National Lung Cancer Awareness Month" and expressing support for early detection and treatment of lung cancer.

This resolution designates November 2025 as National Lung Cancer Awareness Month and calls attention to lung cancer as the leading cause of cancer deaths in America. It highlights that only 16% of high-risk individuals get screened despite a 67% 5-year surviva

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This resolution designates November 2025 as National Lung Cancer Awareness Month and calls attention to lung cancer as the leading cause of cancer deaths in America. It highlights that only 16% of high-risk individuals get screened despite a 67% 5-year survival rate when caught early, and addresses disparities affecting Black men and veterans who face elevated risks.

Bill Number: 960
Introduced: 12/18/2025
Status: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

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Title: Expressing support for the designation of November 2025 as "National Lung Cancer Awareness Month" and expressing support for early detection and treatment of lung cancer.
Bill Number: 960
Sponsor: No sponsor
Status: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Introduced: 12/18/2025
Summary: This resolution designates November 2025 as National Lung Cancer Awareness Month and calls attention to lung cancer as the leading cause of cancer deaths in America. It highlights that only 16% of high-risk individuals get screened despite a 67% 5-year survival rate when caught early, and addresses

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Plain-English explanation of this bill

This resolution designates November 2025 as National Lung Cancer Awareness Month and calls attention to lung cancer as the leading cause of cancer deaths in America. It highlights that only 16% of high-risk individuals get screened despite a 67% 5-year survival rate when caught early, and addresses disparities affecting Black men and veterans who face elevated risks.

Last updated: 12/26/2025

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Lung cancer kills more Americans than colorectal, breast, and prostate cancers combined
226,650 Americans will be diagnosed in 2025; 124,730 will die (~340 per day)
10-20% of lung cancer occurs in people who never smoked, increasing over time
Only 16% of high-risk individuals get low-dose CT screening
Veterans are 25% more likely to develop lung cancer; less than 3% get screened
Black men have highest incidence and mortality rates

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

This awareness resolution aims to increase screening uptake among the 14.5 million Americans recommended for lung cancer screening. Veterans and Black men, who face elevated risks, are specifically highlighted as underscreened populations. Healthcare providers are encouraged to discuss screening with high-risk patients. The resolution addresses stigma that discourages patients from seeking care. No policy changes, but promotes public health messaging.

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Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

960, 119th Congress (2025). "Expressing support for the designation of November 2025 as "National Lung Cancer Awareness Month" and expressing support for early detection and treatment of lung cancer.". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/119-hres-960

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