H.R.es419 - 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. (119th Congress)
Summary
H.Res.419 expresses support for designating May 17, 2025, as "DIPG Awareness Day" to raise awareness and encourage research into diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (DIPG) and pediatric cancers. The resolution acknowledges the severity and impact of DIPG, a rare and aggressive childhood brain tumor. It highlights the lack of progress in treatment and the need for increased research funding.
Expected Effects
The resolution aims to increase public awareness of DIPG and pediatric cancers. It also encourages increased research funding from both public and private sources. Ultimately, this could lead to improved treatments and care for affected children and their families.
Potential Benefits
- Increased awareness of DIPG and pediatric cancers.
- Potential for increased research funding.
- Development of more effective treatments.
- Improved care for children with DIPG and their families.
- Encourages consideration of mortality rate and life-years lost in grant application processes.
Potential Disadvantages
- The resolution itself does not allocate any funding, so its impact depends on subsequent actions.
- Increased awareness may not automatically translate into increased funding or research progress.
- There are no direct disadvantages, but the resolution's effectiveness is contingent on follow-up actions and resource allocation.
- The resolution is non-binding.
Constitutional Alignment
The resolution aligns with the general welfare clause of the Constitution's preamble, which aims to "promote the general Welfare." While the Constitution does not explicitly address health awareness days or research funding, this resolution falls within the broad scope of Congress's power to address issues of national concern. The resolution does not infringe upon any specific constitutional rights or limitations.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).