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119th Congress
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HOUSEH.Res. 806· 119th Congress

Designate October 2025 as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Supporting the recognition of October 2025 as "National Breast Cancer Awareness Month".

Sponsor
Earl Carter (R-GA)
Introduced
Oct 14, 2025
Last Action
Oct 14, 2025
Passage
78%
Introduced
Oct 14, 2025
2
Committee
3
Floor Vote
4
Both Chambers
5
Enacted
01 — The Text

What.

  • Congressional resolution officially recognizes October 2025 as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
  • Bill carries symbolic weight only—doesn't fund programs, change law, or create new requirements.
  • Currently has 4 cosponsors in the House.
02 — The Stakes

So what?

  • Raises visibility for breast cancer screening, prevention, and patient support during October.
  • Gives advocacy groups and healthcare organizations a federal platform to amplify messaging.
  • No direct impact on healthcare policy, insurance, research funding, or patient access to treatment.
03 — The Path

Now what?

  • Referred to House Oversight Committee on October 14, 2025—awaiting potential committee vote.
  • If approved, moves to full House floor for a likely straightforward vote.
  • Contact your House representative to express support or opposition before committee action.
Legislative History

Actions.

  • Oct 14, 2025Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
  • Oct 14, 2025Submitted in House
  • Oct 14, 2025Submitted in House