SR 137 Michigan Senate · 2023-2024 Regular Session

A resolution to designate September 2024 as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.

This Senate resolution designates September 2024 as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month to highlight the importance of supporting children affected by cancer. The measure, introduced by Senator Erika Geiss, serves to recognize the resilience of patients and their families while acknowledging the progress made in treatment and research over recent decades. By officially setting aside the month for awareness, the bill aims to encourage increased support and attention to the cause without imposing new laws or funding requirements.
Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Sep 2024
Committee Review
Senate Passage
Sep 2024
House Passage
Governor
Introduced Sep 17, 2024 Last action Sep 17, 2024
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This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
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Sep 17, 2024
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Sep 17, 2024
Introduced
INTRODUCED BY SENATOR ERIKA GEISS
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1 primary · 16 co-sponsors

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