Expressing support for the designation of May 17, 2025, as "DIPG Awareness Day" to raise awareness and encourage research into cures for diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (DIPG) and pediatric cancers in general.

5/22/2025, 5:13 PM

Summary of Bill HRES 419

The bill titled "Expressing support for the designation of May 17, 2025, as 'DIPG Awareness Day'" introduced in the 119th Congress as House Resolution 419 aims to raise awareness and promote research for diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (DIPG) and pediatric cancers. The bill's key focus is on encouraging efforts towards finding cures for DIPG and pediatric cancers in general. The bill was introduced on May 15, 2025, and emphasizes the importance of recognizing DIPG Awareness Day to shed light on these critical areas of medical research and support. For more details, the bill's official PDF version can be accessed at the provided link.

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Current Status of Bill HRES 419

Bill HRES 419 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 15, 2025. Bill HRES 419 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on May 15, 2025. Bill HRES 419's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of May 15, 2025

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 419

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 419

Expressing support for the designation of May 17, 2025, as "DIPG Awareness Day" to raise awareness and encourage research into cures for diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (DIPG) and pediatric cancers in general.

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Pablo Nichols

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10 months ago

This bill is so sad, it's about DIPG Awareness Day. It's good that they want to raise awareness and find cures for pediatric cancers, but why only on May 17, 2025? Why not every day? What about all the kids suffering from DIPG and other cancers right now? It's not enough. #disappointed