IV 
119TH CONGRESS 
1ST SESSION 
H. RES. 324 
Raising awareness of esophageal cancer by expressing support for the 
designation of April 2025 as ‘‘Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month’’. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
APRIL 10, 2025 
Mr. CONNOLLY (for himself, Mr. TURNER of Ohio, Mr. BEYER, Mr. 
SUBRAMANYAM, and Mr. SCOTT of Virginia) submitted the following reso-
lution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce 
RESOLUTION 
Raising awareness of esophageal cancer by expressing sup-
port for the designation of April 2025 as ‘‘Esophageal 
Cancer Awareness Month’’. 
Whereas esophageal cancer is the fastest increasing cancer 
among American men; 
Whereas esophageal cancer is 1 of the fastest growing cancer 
diagnoses among all Americans, increasing more than 
700 percent in recent decades; 
Whereas esophageal cancer kills 1 American every 36 minutes 
every day; 
Whereas esophageal cancer is among the deadliest of cancers, 
with only about 1 in 5 patients surviving 5 years; 
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Whereas esophageal cancer has tripled in incidence among 
younger Americans in recent decades; 
Whereas esophageal cancer has low survival rates because it 
is usually discovered at advanced stages when treatment 
outcomes are poor; 
Whereas esophageal cancer in the United States is most often 
caused by persistent heartburn or gastroesophageal reflux 
disease (GERD), yet many who are at risk are unaware 
of the potential danger GERD can present when it occurs 
over several weeks or months; 
Whereas esophageal cancer can be a silent killer with patients 
often unaware that the heartburn, cough, hoarse voice, 
sore throat, chest pain, or other symptoms they suffer 
can be signs of GERD and are reasons to discuss screen-
ing for esophageal cancer with their health care provider; 
Whereas esophageal cancer can develop from GERD when 
fluids from the stomach splash into the esophagus, cre-
ating cellular change resulting in a precancerous condi-
tion known as Barrett’s esophagus, which can lead to a 
30-fold increase in a patient’s risk of developing esopha-
geal cancer; 
Whereas raising awareness about esophageal cancer empow-
ers individuals to seek preventive care, recognize symp-
toms, and pursue early detection strategies; 
Whereas survivors, caregivers, medical professionals, and re-
searchers have made tremendous strides in advancing 
treatment options and improving the quality of life for 
those affected by the disease; 
Whereas designating April as ‘‘Esophageal Cancer Awareness 
Month’’ will encourage public education efforts, support 
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ongoing research initiatives, and promote early screening 
and prevention strategies; 
Whereas esophageal cancer can be prevented through early 
detection of its precursor, Barrett’s esophagus, which can 
be eliminated with curative outpatient techniques; and 
Whereas research indicates that patients diagnosed with 
early-stage esophageal cancer have a significantly higher 
5-year survival rate of up to 49 percent compared to 
those diagnosed at later stages, underscoring the critical 
need for enhanced screening and awareness: Now, there-
fore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
(1) expresses support for the designation of 
‘‘Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month’’; 
(2) encourages the Federal Government, States, 
localities, nonprofit organizations, and the media to 
promote awareness of esophageal cancer; 
(3) recognizes the importance of increased 
funding for research, improved treatment options, 
and the development of early detection methods for 
esophageal cancer; 
(4) encourages individuals to learn about risk 
factors and symptoms of esophageal cancer and to 
consult health care professionals regarding potential 
screening options; and 
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(5) honors the courage and resilience of individ-
uals affected by esophageal cancer and expresses 
support for their families and caregivers. 
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