HJR71 Alabama 2017 Session

Updated Feb 26, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Ron Johnson
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2017
Title: Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, March 2017, recognized
Summary: HJR71 designates March 2017 as Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month in Alabama and urges people aged 50 and over to get screened for colorectal cancer.
What This Bill Does
It officially recognizes Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month in Alabama. It encourages Alabamians 50 and over to obtain a colorectal cancer screening. It highlights that early detection greatly improves survival and supports public education efforts on screening. It notes the FITWAY Alabama Colorectal Cancer Prevention Program and mentions that its funding is approved by the Legislature and Governor.

Who It Affects
Alabamians aged 50 and over, who are encouraged to get screened for colorectal cancer.
The Alabama Department of Public Health and the FITWAY Alabama Colorectal Cancer Prevention Program, as referenced public health efforts in the resolution.

Key Provisions
Recognizes March 2017 as Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month in Alabama.
Encourages Alabamians aged 50 and over to obtain a colorectal cancer screening.
Stresses the importance of screening for early detection and improved survival.
References the FITWAY Alabama Colorectal Cancer Prevention Program and notes that its funding has been approved by the Legislature and Governor.
Emphasizes that increased awareness and screening can lead to better outcomes in colorectal cancer.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.
Subjects: Resolutions, Designation