01 — The Text
What.
- Symbolic resolution expressing congressional support for naming September 2025 as National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month.
- Does not create new funding, programs, or regulatory changes.
- Aims to elevate public attention to ovarian cancer detection and prevention.
02 — The Stakes
So what?
- Advocates and patients gain official platform to promote screening awareness during the designated month.
- No direct impact on healthcare funding or treatment access—recognition only.
- Helps normalize discussion of a cancer type historically underfunded relative to incidence rates.
03 — The Path
Now what?
- Bill is in House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform; awaits committee vote before floor consideration.
- Symbolic resolutions typically face low barriers to passage if they reach a vote.
- Contact your House representative if you want to signal support for ovarian cancer awareness efforts.
Legislative History
Actions.
- Sep 30, 2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- Sep 30, 2025 — Submitted in House
- Sep 30, 2025 — Submitted in House