HJR13 Alabama 2024 Session

Updated Feb 23, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: David FaulknerRepresentative
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2024
Title: Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, recognized
Summary: Alabama recognizes March 2024 as Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month and urges adults age 45 and older to get screened.
What This Bill Does
This is a joint House resolution that designates March 2024 as Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month in Alabama. It emphasizes that screening and early detection can prevent deaths and improve outcomes, and it encourages Alabamians aged 45 and older to undergo colorectal cancer screening. The resolution is symbolic and does not create new legal requirements or funding.

Who It Affects
Alabamians aged 45 and older, who are encouraged to get a colorectal cancer screening.
Underserved or underinsured Alabamians, who may benefit from increased awareness and outreach about screening during Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month.

Key Provisions
Recognizes March 2024 as Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month in Alabama.
Encourages all Alabamians age 45 and older to obtain a colorectal cancer screening.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 22, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.
Subjects: Resolutions