U.S. Rep. Michael Lawler from New York's 17th District | Official U.S. House Headshot
U.S. Rep. Michael Lawler from New York's 17th District | Official U.S. House Headshot
Last week, Representative Mike Lawler (R-NY-17) collaborated with Representatives Brendan F. Boyle (D-PA-02) and Jake Auchincloss (D-MA-04) to introduce a bipartisan resolution in the U.S. House of Representatives. The resolution aims to designate November 2024 as Lung Cancer Awareness Month, emphasizing the importance of prevention, early detection, and research in addressing lung cancer. This disease remains the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States. Senator Tina Smith (D-MN) is leading this initiative in the Senate.
“Lung cancer is the deadliest and one of the most common forms of cancer,” said Congressman Lawler. “We simply must do more to raise awareness and combat this deadly disease. That’s why I’m joining Congressman Brendan Boyle in introducing a bipartisan resolution recognizing November as National Lung Cancer Awareness Month. One life lost to lung cancer is too many. Together, we can build a future where the devastation of lung cancer is no more.”
Congressman Boyle highlighted that "lung cancer impacts families and communities across the country." He described the resolution as "an important step in raising awareness, encouraging preventative measures, and supporting groundbreaking research to save lives." He added that "by coming together, we can ensure more Americans have access to the tools and resources needed to combat this devastating disease."
Congressman Auchincloss emphasized that “lung-cancer screening saves lives.” He stated that “the difference between early and late detection of a tumor is often a matter of life and death” and urged Washington to do more for advancing awareness about screening while supporting research and clinical care.
The resolution calls for increased public awareness campaigns, expanded access to screening programs, and investment in life-saving research through federal agencies like the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
Congressman Lawler represents New York's 17th Congressional District which includes parts or all of Rockland, Putnam, Dutchess, and Westchester Counties just north of New York City.