Pennsylvania HR411: A Resolution recognizing the month of February 2026 as "Blood Cancer Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania.

What the bill says

A resolution Recognizing the month of February 2026 as "Blood Cancer Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania.

From the introduced text, January 29, 2026:

A RESOLUTION Recognizing the month of February 2026 as "Blood Cancer Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania. WHEREAS, More than 180,000 Americans are diagnosed each year with blood cancers, including leukemia, lymphoma, multiple myeloma and more than 100 related blood disorders; and WHEREAS, Blood cancers account for roughly 10% of all new cancer cases diagnosed in the United States and are a leading cause of cancer-related deaths; and WHEREAS, These diseases do not discriminate, impacting children, teenagers, adults and seniors across every community in this Commonwealth; and WHEREAS, Earlier detection, heightened public awareness of symptoms and expanded community education are critical to achieving earlier diagnoses, improving treatment outcomes and ensuring stronger support for patients and caregivers; and WHEREAS, Numerous organizations throughout this Commonwealth provide indispensable services, including patient advocacy, emotional and financial support and educational resources for individuals and families confronting blood cancers; and WHEREAS, Youth leadership and civic engagement serve a pivotal role in amplifying awareness, fostering community solidarity and empowering families affected by blood cancers; and WHEREAS, This Commonwealth stands in unity with patients, honors the courage of survivors, remembers those who have lost their lives and reaffirms its commitment to advancing research, advocacy and innovation that bring hope to families impacted by blood cancers; therefore be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives recognize the month of February 2026 …

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Sponsors

• Ann Flood (R, 138) · primary sponsor
• Kerry Benninghoff (R, 171)
• Aaron Bernstine (R, 8)
• Patrick Gallagher (D, 173)
• Hanbidge, Liz (D, 61)
• Doyle Heffley (R, 122)
• Jeanne McNeill (D, 133)
• Nikki Rivera (D, 96)
• David Rowe (R, 85)
• Craig Staats (R, 145)
• Michael Stender (R, 108)
• Arvind Venkat (D, 30)

Latest actions

1. June 1, 2026: Laid on the table (Pursuant to House Rule 71), June 1, 2026
2. February 3, 2026: Reported as committed, Feb. 3, 2026
3. January 29, 2026: Referred to HEALTH, Jan. 29, 2026

Votes

• House Health: Report Bill As Committed (February 3, 2026): 26 yea, 0 nay, passed

Common questions

What is HR411?

HR411 is a bill in the Pennsylvania Legislature (2025-2026 Regular Session): A Resolution recognizing the month of February 2026 as "Blood Cancer Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania.

What does HR411 do?

In its own words: A resolution Recognizing the month of February 2026 as "Blood Cancer Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania.

What is the status of HR411?

In committee as of June 1, 2026. Latest action: Laid on the table (Pursuant to House Rule 71), June 1, 2026 (June 1, 2026).

Who sponsored HR411?

Ann Flood (R, 138), with 11 co-sponsors.

Where is the official record for HR411?

On the Pennsylvania Legislature website: https://www.palegis.us/legislation/bills/2025/hr411