A resolution supporting the designation of September 2026 as “National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month”.
Latest action (24 Sep 2026): Introduced
What this bill does
This Senate resolution expresses support for designating September 2026 as National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. It highlights the severity of ovarian cancer, noting it is a leading cause of cancer death for women in the U.S. and that many cases are diagnosed at advanced stages due to a lack of reliable early detection methods and vague symptoms. The resolution also points out disparities in care and outcomes for certain groups of women.
The resolution would affect women in the United States by drawing public and potentially policy attention to ovarian cancer. It aims to increase awareness of the disease's symptoms, risks, and the importance of early detection and treatment. The bill is a resolution, meaning it does not create new laws or funding.
This resolution was introduced in the Senate on September 24, 2026, by Senator Elissa Slotkin. It has been referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. The next step would be for the committee to consider the resolution.
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Official summary
This resolution is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on September 24, 2026. It will typically be considered by committee next before it is possibly sent on to the House or Senate as a whole.
Common questions
- What does S.Res. 907 do?
- This Senate resolution expresses support for designating September 2026 as National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. It highlights the severity of ovarian cancer, noting it is a leading cause of cancer death for women in the U.S. and that many cases are diagnosed at advanced stages due to a lack of reliable early detection methods and vague symptoms. The resolution also points out disparities in care and outcomes for certain groups of women. The resolution would affect women in the United States by drawing public and potentially policy attention to ovarian cancer. It aims to increase awareness of the disease's symptoms, risks, and the importance of early detection and treatment. The bill is a resolution, meaning it does not create new laws or funding. This resolution was introduced in the Senate on September 24, 2026, by Senator Elissa Slotkin. It has been referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. The next step would be for the committee to consider the resolution.
- Has S.Res. 907 become law?
- Not yet. As of 24 Sep 2026, S.Res. 907 is introduced.
- Who sponsored S.Res. 907?
- S.Res. 907 was sponsored by Sen. Elissa Slotkin [D-MI] (Democrat-MI), with 1 cosponsor.
- What's the latest action on S.Res. 907?
- Introduced (24 Sep 2026).
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