Pennsylvania SR360: A Resolution recognizing the month of August 2026 as "Appendix Cancer Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania.

What the bill says

A resolution Recognizing the month of August 2026 as "Appendix Cancer Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania.

From the introduced text, August 26, 2026:

A RESOLUTION Recognizing the month of August 2026 as "Appendix Cancer Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania. WHEREAS, Appendix cancer, also known as appendiceal cancer, is a rare but serious disease, affecting approximately two to nine people per million each year in the United States; and WHEREAS, Although appendix cancer is genetically distinct from colorectal cancer, its incidence has been rising significantly in recent years, particularly among individuals under 50 years of age; and WHEREAS, Due in part to its rarity, appendix cancer is often misunderstood and can be difficult to diagnose, resulting in frequent delays or misdiagnoses that may negatively impact patient outcomes and quality of life; and WHEREAS, Symptoms of appendix cancer may be vague or absent in early stages and many individuals are not diagnosed until the disease has advanced, making treatment more complex and challenging; and WHEREAS, Treatment for appendix cancer varies based on type and stage, and may include surgery, chemotherapy and other therapies, underscoring the importance of early detection and increased awareness; and WHEREAS, The Appendix Cancer PMP Research Foundation, founded in 2008, works to fund research and education to improve the diagnosis and treatment of appendix cancer and pseudomyxoma peritonei; and WHEREAS, Patients, survivors, caregivers, health care professionals, advocates and organizations across the country are working together to raise awareness, support research and improve outcomes …

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Sponsors

• John Kane (D, 9) · primary sponsor
• Sharif Street (D, 3)
• Scott Martin (R, 13)
• Arthur Haywood (D, 4)
• Patty Kim (D, 15)
• Lynda Schlegel Culver (R, SD-027)
• Steven Santarsiero (D, 10)

Latest actions

1. August 26, 2026: Referred to RULES AND EXECUTIVE NOMINATIONS, Aug. 26, 2026

Common questions

What is SR360?

SR360 is a bill in the Pennsylvania Legislature (2025-2026 Regular Session): A Resolution recognizing the month of August 2026 as "Appendix Cancer Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania.

What does SR360 do?

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

What is the status of SR360?

In committee as of August 26, 2026. Latest action: Referred to RULES AND EXECUTIVE NOMINATIONS, Aug. 26, 2026 (August 26, 2026).

Who sponsored SR360?

John Kane (D, 9), with 6 co-sponsors.

Where is the official record for SR360?

On the Pennsylvania Legislature website: https://www.palegis.us/legislation/bills/2025/sr360