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119th CONGRESS
2d Session |
Expressing support for the designation of June 28, 2026, as “Community is Stronger than Cancer Day”.
Ms. Wasserman Schultz (for herself, Mr. Kelly of Pennsylvania, Mrs. Dingell, and Mr. Fitzpatrick) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce
Expressing support for the designation of June 28, 2026, as “Community is Stronger than Cancer Day”.
Whereas there are more than 18,600,000 people with a history of cancer living in the United States, representing nearly 1 in 18 United States citizens;
Whereas more than 2,114,850 individuals in the United States may be diagnosed with cancer in 2026;
Whereas a 2025 report published by the National Alliance for Caregiving and AARP estimated that out of the 63,000,000 caregivers in the United States, 7 percent, or 4,400,000, are caring for someone diagnosed with cancer;
Whereas “Community Is Stronger Than Cancer Day” celebrates the community that comes together to support cancer patients, survivors, caregivers, and their loved ones;
Whereas “Community Is Stronger Than Cancer Day” was first celebrated in 2021 by providing community-based support to patients, survivors, and caregivers who have experienced a cancer diagnosis;
Whereas “Community Is Stronger Than Cancer Day” will be celebrated by 200 locations in 2026;
Whereas “Community Is Stronger Than Cancer Day” is a celebration of inspiration, companionship, connection, and hope; and
Whereas our community is truly stronger than cancer: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved, That the House of Representatives—
(1) supports the designation of “Community Is Stronger Than Cancer Day”;
(2) encourages all people of the United States to support those impacted by cancer by providing support, fostering compassionate communities, and breaking down barriers to care to all affected; and
(3) aims to celebrate inspiration, companionship, connection, and hope for all communities impacted by cancer.