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Designates May 17 as DIPG Awareness Day
Recent Bills/Designates May 17 as DIPG Awareness Day

Designates May 17 as DIPG Awareness Day

IntroducedMay 15, 2026
Introduced3 months ago
Intro
House
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Health
Why This Matters

This resolution expresses support for recognizing May 17, 2026, as DIPG Awareness Day to raise awareness and encourage research into childhood cancers.

If you know a child with DIPG, this resolution aims to raise awareness and support research efforts on May 17, 2026.
Who this affects
children with DIPG · families · researchers · healthcare providers
What does this resolution do?
  1. 1This resolution encourages awareness and understanding of diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma, a rare brain cancer in children.
  2. 2It aims to promote research efforts for better treatments and potential cures for pediatric cancers.
  3. 3The resolution calls on communities and organizations to participate in awareness activities on this designated day.
  4. 4It emphasizes the importance of supporting families affected by DIPG and other childhood cancers.
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Intro
House
IntroducedCurrentMay 15

Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

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