HR12 Alabama 2024 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

David FaulknerRepresentative

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2024

Title

Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, recognized

Summary

HR12 officially recognizes March 2024 as Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month in Alabama and encourages screening.

What This Bill Does

The bill would formally recognize March 2024 as Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month in Alabama and emphasize the importance of colorectal cancer screenings for prevention and early detection. It also calls on all Alabamians aged 45 and older to get a colorectal cancer screening. This recognition serves as a public awareness effort rather than creating new laws or requirements.

Who It Affects

• Alabamians aged 45 and older, who are encouraged to obtain a colorectal cancer screening.
• The Alabama public in general, who would be reached through increased awareness and education about colorectal cancer prevention and screening during March.

Key Provisions

• Recognizes March 2024 as Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month in Alabama.
• Emphasizes the importance of colorectal cancer screenings for prevention and early detection.
• Encourages all Alabamians aged 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.

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