A Resolution designating the month of September 2024 as "Prostate Cancer Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania.
This resolution officially designates September 2024 as Prostate Cancer Awareness Month within the state of Pennsylvania. The measure highlights the importance of early detection and screening for men, noting that the disease primarily affects older males and can be asymptomatic for years. While the primary function is symbolic, the bill also includes a provision urging the U.S. Congress to pass legislation that would mandate health insurance coverage for prostate cancer screenings.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Sep 2024
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Sep 19, 2024
Last action Sep 19, 2024
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Committee
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Sep 19, 2024
Committee
Referred to Health
lower
1 primary · 13 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Jeanne McNeill
DDemocratic
Co
Barry Jozwiak
RRepublican
Co
Carol Hill-Evans
DDemocratic
Co
Jim Haddock
DDemocratic
Co
Joe McAndrew
DDemocratic
Co
Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz
DDemocratic
Co
José Giral
DDemocratic
Co
Kyle Donahue
DDemocratic
Co
Liz Hanbidge
DDemocratic
Co
Missy Cerrato
DDemocratic
Co
Pat Gallagher
DDemocratic
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