HR1116: HR1116 Cancer Action Day; February 4, 2026; honoring all cancer patients, survivors, and their families; recognize

This is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Georgia House of Representatives, not a change to state law. It recognizes February 4, 2026, which coincides with World Cancer Day, as Cancer Action Day in Georgia. The resolution notes that cancer is the leading cause of death in Georgia, citing estimates that more than 68,000 Georgians will be diagnosed with cancer in 2026 and over 19,000 will die from it. The resolution honors cancer patients, survivors, caregivers, and their families, and remembers those who have died from cancer. It references the advocacy work of the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) in promoting cancer prevention, early detection, and access to healthcare. It directs the Clerk of the House to make copies available to the public and press, but it creates no new programs, funding, or legal requirements.

• Formally designates February 4, 2026 as Cancer Action Day in Georgia, aligning with World Cancer Day.
• Honors cancer patients, survivors, and their families and remembers Georgians who have died from cancer.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare copies of the resolution for distribution to the public and press.
• Cites statistics on cancer's impact in Georgia without creating any new legal requirements, funding, or programs.

The resolution speaks to cancer patients, survivors, caregivers, and their families across Georgia, and references the work of the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network. It does not impose obligations on any government agency, business, or individual beyond the Clerk of the House.

Because this is a ceremonial resolution rather than a law, it does not change funding, healthcare policy, or any legal requirement. Its practical effect is symbolic: raising public awareness of cancer's toll in Georgia and honoring those affected by the disease.

• The whereas clauses cite that cancer is the leading cause of death in Georgia, with over 68,000 diagnoses and over 19,000 deaths estimated for 2026.
• The resolving clause designates February 4, 2026 as Cancer Action Day and honors patients, survivors, and families.
• A further resolution clause directs the Clerk of the House to make copies available for public and press distribution.

1. 2026-01-28House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2026-01-28House First Readers (House)
3. 2026-01-28House Hopper (House)

• Kim Schofield (D, HD-063)Primary sponsor
• Sandra Scott (D, HD-076)
• Viola Davis (D, HD-087)
• Sandy Donatucci (R, HD-105)
• Mike Cameron (R, HD-001)
• Rick Townsend (R, HD-179)

• cancer awareness
• public health
• Georgia House resolution
• cancer survivors