Expressing support for the designation of May 2025 as "National Brain Tumor Awareness Month".

This resolution expresses strong support for designating May 2025 as National Brain Tumor Awareness Month . It highlights the significant impact of brain tumors, noting that over 93,000 Americans are expected to be diagnosed in 2025 and more than 1,000,000 currently live with the condition. The resolution emphasizes that brain tumors are a leading cause of cancer death in children and teens, and the second-leading cause in young adults, with a low average 5-year survival rate for malignant cases. The House of Representatives encourages increased public awareness to honor those affected and supports efforts to develop better treatments that can improve quality of life and long-term prognosis. It also expresses solidarity with individuals battling brain tumors, along with their families, friends, and caregivers. Furthermore, the resolution urges a collaborative approach to brain tumor research , recognizing it as a promising means to advance understanding and treatment for these complex diseases.