HR52 Alabama 2020 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

April WeaverSenator

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2020

Title

Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Day, recognized

Summary

HR52 recognizes Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Day and encourages teal attire in Alabama on February 27, 2020 to raise awareness.

What This Bill Does

The resolution designates February 27, 2020 as Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Day in Alabama. It acknowledges the Laura Crandall Brown Foundation and its 'A State of Teal' initiative as part of the awareness effort and encourages people to wear teal. It urges all Alabama residents, and especially women, to learn about gynecologic cancer symptoms and risk factors, develop healthy habits, and undergo regular medical exams to support early detection. It also highlights the goal of increasing awareness, screening, and research related to gynecologic cancers.

Who It Affects

• All Alabama citizens, who are encouraged to participate in awareness efforts and wear teal on the designated day.
• Women in Alabama, who are specifically urged to learn symptoms and risk factors and to seek regular medical examinations for early detection.

Key Provisions

• Recognizes Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Day in Alabama.
• Encourages wearing teal on February 27, 2020 as a symbol of awareness.
• Acknowledges the Laura Crandall Brown Foundation and the 'A State of Teal' initiative as part of the awareness effort.
• Promotes increased awareness, screening, and research to help with prevention and early detection of gynecologic cancers; urges women to learn symptoms and risk factors and to undergo regular medical examinations.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 23, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Resolutions, Legislative