Expressing support for the designation of the first Tuesday in June as "National Cancer Survivor Beauty and Support Day".
This House Resolution, H. Res. 466, expresses the support of the U.S. House for designating the first Tuesday in June as “National Cancer Survivor Beauty and Support Day.” It describes Cancer Survivor Beauty and Support Day as a voluntary, non-fundraising event in which thousands of volunteers from the spa, beauty, and related industries offer free services to cancer survivors. The resolution provides context by noting rising cancer incidence, the large population of cancer survivors, and the ongoing physical and psychological side effects of cancer treatment. It emphasizes the value of support for survivors and families and highlights that the day has grown—from its 2003 origins—to include thousands of salons across all 50 states and is recognized by state and local governments. Importantly, the resolution is a symbolic, non-binding expression of Congress. It does not create new laws, authorize spending, or establish federal programs. Its effect is to publicly recognize and encourage awareness and participation in a volunteer, community-driven initiative that supports cancer survivors.
Key Points
- 1The resolution is a non-binding House expression of support for designating the first Tuesday in June as “National Cancer Survivor Beauty and Support Day.”
- 2It defines or relies on a broad definition of a cancer survivor as anyone diagnosed with cancer, from diagnosis onward, and cites statistics to underscore the scale of cancer and survivorship in the United States.
- 3It describes Cancer Survivor Beauty and Support Day as a purely volunteer event in which thousands of beauty, spa, and related-industry volunteers offer services to survivors without solicitation of funds.
- 4It notes the program’s long-running history (since 2003), its expansion to thousands of salons across all 50 states, and recognition by state and local governments.
- 5It clarifies that the resolution does not authorize new spending or create a federal program; it is a ceremonial endorsement of a community-driven effort.