Elissa Slotkin (D-MI)
A resolution supporting the designation of September 2026 as "National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month".
A Democratic resolution with 1 Republican cosponsor · See the cosponsor
Last activity — Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S5009-5010)
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
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What this bill would do
This resolution supports designating September 2026 as National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. It highlights that ovarian cancer is the fifth-leading cause of cancer deaths among women in the United States. The text notes that there is currently no reliable early detection test for the disease, leading to many cases being caught at advanced stages. It points out disparities in care and survival rates, particularly affecting Black women, low-income women, women of color, and those in rural areas. The resolution emphasizes the importance of public awareness, genetic testing, and ongoing research investments to improve patient outcomes.
Yes· 3 of 8
- Scored +3
Would women be better off under this?
The resolution focuses entirely on supporting National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month to improve outcomes, education, and address healthcare disparities for women.
- Scored +2
Would people over 65 be better off under this?
Raising awareness of ovarian cancer can benefit older women, who are often at higher risk for gynecologic cancers.
- Scored +2
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?
The resolution explicitly addresses systemic barriers and disparities faced by low-income women in accessing high-quality cancer care.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Support for Awareness: The Senate supports designating September 2026 as National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month to help increase public awareness of ovarian cancer, which can lead to earlier presentation, faster diagnostic evaluation, and expanded treatment options. This is found in the preamble and the resolved section of the bill.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- None Identified: The provided text does not contain any specific sections or provisions that outline negative consequences, burdens, or penalties for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
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- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would women be better off under this? — The resolution focuses entirely on supporting National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month to improve outcomes, education, and address healthcare disparities for women. Would Black Americans be better off under this? — The resolution brings national attention to the specific disparities in late-stage diagnoses, quality of care, and survival rates experienced by Black women. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — The resolution explicitly addresses systemic barriers and disparities faced by low-income women in accessing high-quality cancer care. Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — The resolution highlights the systemic barriers faced by women living in rural areas in accessing NCCN guideline-adhering cancer treatment. Would people over 65 be better off under this? — Raising awareness of ovarian cancer can benefit older women, who are often at higher risk for gynecologic cancers.
- Healthcare
- Does this make health care easier to get in general? — The resolution supports National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month to improve public and clinical awareness, encouraging earlier diagnostic evaluation and treatment options. Does this put more money into medical research? — The resolution notes that ovarian cancer research remains underfunded and emphasizes the critical need for increased Federal investment and awareness efforts.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated? — The resolution highlights disparities in care and survival rates affecting Black women and women of color, drawing attention to systemic barriers in healthcare.
- 9/24/2026
- Submitted in Senate
- Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S5009-5010)
- 1 Cosponsor added.
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