A resolution designating September 2025 as "National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month".

Senate Resolution

S.Res. 465

119th Congress

A resolution designating September 2025 as "National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month".

Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimou

Introduced:Oct 23, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Edward J. Markey

Senator

Democratic

MA

Cosponsors

0

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Crime and Law Enforcement

Summary

This resolution designates September 2025 as 'National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month' to promote awareness and support for children and families affected by childhood cancer.

Latest Action

Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S5550-5551)

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

This resolution designates September 2025 as 'National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month' to promote awareness and support for children and families affected by childhood cancer.

Last updated: 12/29/2025

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

<p>This resolution expresses support for the designation of November 20-December 20, 2023, as National Survivors of Homicide Victims Awareness Month.</p>

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

The resolution expresses support for designating September 2025 as 'National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month'.
The goal is to raise awareness and provide support for children with cancer and their families.
The resolution was submitted in the Senate and agreed to unanimously.

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

If this resolution becomes law, it would help bring national attention to the challenges faced by children with cancer and their loved ones. It could lead to increased funding, resources, and community support for childhood cancer research and treatment programs, as well as greater empathy and understanding from the public.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Crime and Law Enforcement

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

465, 119th Congress (2025). "A resolution designating September 2025 as "National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month".". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-sres-465