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BillHRES 1270 · 119

Expressing support for the designation of July 15, 2026, as "Glioblastoma Awareness Day".

Introduced
May 7, 2026
Cosponsors
26
Traction
0
Last Action
May 7, 2026

Bill Summary

Designates July 15, 2026, as Glioblastoma Awareness Day. This means the House of Representatives would officially recognize this day to raise awareness about glioblastoma, a type of brain cancer.

Sponsored By

Roger Williams
Republican · Texas · House

Bill Journey

  1. May 7, 2026
  3. May 7, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects people with glioblastoma, their families, and brain cancer awareness organizations by potentially increasing public awareness and support for the disease. It may also impact the House of Representatives' calendar by adding a recognized awareness day.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
11backers
  • Democratic3
  • Republican8
Cross-party cosponsors3 · 30%

Documents

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Cosponsors (26)

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicHealth
CommitteeEnergy and Commerce Committee
IntroducedMay 7, 2026
Last UpdatedMay 7, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Subjects
  • Health

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.