House Resolution 1116
By: Representatives Schofield of the 63rd, Scott of the 76th, Davis of the 87th, Donatucci of
the 105th, Cameron of the 1st, and others
A RESOLUTION
Honoring all cancer patients, survivors, and their families as well as recognizing February
4, 2026, and Cancer Action Day; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, World Cancer Day is an international day observed every February 4, to raise
awareness about cancer, encourage its prevention, and mobilize action to address the global
cancer epidemic; and
WHEREAS, the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) is the non-
profit, non-partisan advocacy affiliate of the American Cancer Society; and
WHEREAS, the ACS CAN empowers advocates across the state to make their voices heard
and influence evidence-based public policy change that will reduce the cancer burden on our
state; and
WHEREAS, cancer remains the leading cause of death in Georgia, and it is estimated that
more than 68,000 Georgians will be diagnosed with cancer in 2026; it is also estimated that
over 19,000 Georgians will pass away from cancer this year; and
WHEREAS, ACS CAN advocates for policies that prevent cancer; promote early detection
and screening; improve access to affordable, quality healthcare; and reduce tobacco and
nicotine use by engaging lawmakers with data, research, and constituent stories; and
WHEREAS, cancer patients face countless challenges associated with their diagnoses,
including physical, emotional, financial, and day-to-day challenges; and
WHEREAS, as Georgia continues to navigate through tough legislation, it is more important
than ever to support efforts to combat cancer; and
WHEREAS, not only will effective policies to prevent, detect, and treat cancer save
countless lives, but they will significantly reduce the financial strain that this disease places
on Georgians and our great state; and
WHEREAS, the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network would like to recognize
all cancer survivors, caregivers, and advocates.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body honor all cancer patients, survivors, and their families; remember
those people who have been lost to cancer; and recognize February 4, 2026, as Cancer Action
Day.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized
and directed to make appropriate copies of this resolution available for distribution to the
public and the press.