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Senate designates September 2026 as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
Summary
The Senate passed SR 126 recognizing Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, with lawmakers and family advocates urging more research funding and support; three family members who lost children to cancer were introduced on the floor.
The California Senate adopted Senate Resolution 126, designating September 2026 as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and highlighting the burden childhood cancer places on families. Senator Rubio presented the resolution and introduced three family members who have lost children and are active in advocacy.
Senator Rubio told colleagues that "childhood cancer is the leading cause of death by disease for children in the United States," citing the National Cancer Institute and urging additional funding and research. Several senators spoke in support: Senator Adegin thanked health care workers and highlighted medical advancements funded by state ballot measures; Senator Choi and others noted local hospitals that treat pediatric cancer patients.
Rubio introduced advocates Misha Mehta, Ryan Kolty and Sarva (Shanna) Juris to the floor as guests. The resolution passed during a roll-call vote with unanimous support recorded on the floor.
The resolution is a formal designation intended to raise awareness and encourage continued support for pediatric cancer research and family services.
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