H.RES.498: Expressing support for designation of October 2015 as "National Breast Cancer Awareness Month".

About This Bill

  • This bill was introduced in the 114th Congress
  • This bill is primarily about health
  • Introduced Oct. 27, 2015
  • Latest Major Action Oct. 30, 2015

Bill Sponsor

Bill Cosponsors

3 (2 Democrats, 1 Republican)

Bill Summary

Expresses support for National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Encourages Americans to observe the month with awareness and educational activities and to take steps to reduce their risk of breast cancer, including maintaining a healthy weight, exercising, breastfeeding, limiting alcohol intake, and limiting hormone replacement therapy.

(Source: Library of Congress)

Bill Actions

Date Description
Oct. 30, 2015
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Oct. 27, 2015
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Oct. 27, 2015

Introduced in the House by Tim Murphy (R-Pa.)

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