Bills · HRES 419
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House Res.HRES 419Health
Expressing support for the designation of May 17, 2025, as "DIPG Awareness Day" to raise awareness and encourage research into cures for diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (DIPG) and pediatric cancers in general.
INTRO MAY 15· LAST ACTION MAY 15
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis resolution matters because it shines a spotlight on a particularly aggressive and often fatal childhood cancer, DIPG, which currently has very few effective treatments and a dismal survival rate. By formally expressing support for an awareness day and encouraging expanded research, it signals a Congressional interest in addressing this critical public health issue.
If this resolution is passed, it could indirectly influence public and private funding decisions, potentially directing more resources towards research that could lead to new treatments or even cures for DIPG and other pediatric cancers. Without such a resolution, the unique challenges and devastating impact of DIPG might not receive the same level of attention, potentially delaying progress in a field where breakthroughs are desperately needed to save young lives.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Supports the designation of May 17, 2025, as "DIPG Awareness Day."
This formal support aims to elevate public recognition and understanding of this rare and deadly pediatric brain cancer.
PROVISION 02
Encourages all people in the United States to become more informed about DIPG, pediatric brain cancer, and current challenges in research funding.
Increased public awareness can build support for advocacy and funding efforts for pediatric cancer research.
PROVISION 03
Supports expanded research to better understand DIPG, develop effective treatments, and provide comprehensive care for children with DIPG and their families.
This expresses a desire for more scientific and medical efforts to combat this severe disease, potentially leading to breakthroughs.
PROVISION 04
Encourages public and private research funders to consider the mortality rate of a cancer and the 'life-years lost' as significant factors during the grant application process.
This provision aims to prioritize funding for diseases like DIPG that kill young people and result in significant lost years of life, making research more impactful.
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D· Michigan
YRS IN OFFICE
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSMAY 15
Submitted in House
MAY 15
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Resolution
NumberHRES 419
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedMay 15, 2025
Last actionMay 15, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · ENERGY AND COMMERCE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAY 15, 2025
House Res.HRES 419Health
Expressing support for the designation of May 17, 2025, as "DIPG Awareness Day" to raise awareness and encourage research into cures for diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (DIPG) and pediatric cancers in general.
INTRODUCED MAY 15, 2025· LAST ACTION MAY 15, 2025
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