HRES 1295
Expressing support for the designation of May 17, 2026, 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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US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 24, 2026, 12:48 AM
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This resolution urges the United States to recognize May 17th as ‘DIPG Awareness Day’ to increase public understanding of diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (DIPG), a rare and aggressive childhood brain tumor. The bill also calls for greater federal funding to support research into DIPG and other pediatric cancers, aiming to improve treatment outcomes and ultimately find cures. It highlights the devastating impact of DIPG on children and their families, emphasizing the need for increased research investment.
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