Add screening awareness to Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

Number S. B. No. 46
Type Senate Bill
General Assembly 136
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Legislative Analysis

Ohio Citizen's Audit

Bill: S. B. No. 46
General Assembly: 136
Introduced: January 28, 2025

Add screening awareness to Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

1. Primary Purpose of the Bill

This bill officially changes the designation of March in Ohio from 'Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month' to 'Colorectal Cancer Screening and Awareness Month' to place a stronger emphasis on the importance of medical screenings.

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2. Changes to Existing Law

ORC Sec. 5.2219

Changes the name of the designated month of March to 'Colorectal Cancer Screening and Awareness Month'.

3. Key Information for Citizens

🗳️ What You Need to Know

  • March is now officially recognized in Ohio as Colorectal Cancer Screening and Awareness Month.
  • The change highlights the critical role of early medical screening in preventing and treating colorectal cancer.

4. Entities Affected

  • Ohio residents
  • Healthcare providers
  • Cancer advocacy and awareness organizations

5. Regulatory Impact & Enforcement

Agency Authority:

None

Penalties & Mandates:
Not applicable
Implementation Timeline:
Not applicable

6. Estimated Fiscal Impact

State Revenue Impact
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Local Government Impact
Not applicable
Implementation Costs
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Net Annual Fiscal Effect
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Sponsors

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Primary Sponsors

Catherine D. Ingram
District 9
Chamber Senate
Party Democrat

Co-Sponsors

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  • Type: Senate
  • Bills: 171
  • Members: 7

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  1. Introduced
    Jan 28 2025
  2. Referred to committee
    Jan 29 2025

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As Introduced