Skin Cancer Awareness Day; recognize March 9, 2026

This bill designates March 9, 2026, as Skin Cancer Awareness Day at the state capitol to promote public education about skin cancer prevention and early detection. It directly affects state legislators and staff by encouraging them to acknowledge the date and raise awareness about the risks of excessive sun exposure. The resolution directs the Secretary of the Senate to distribute copies of the document to three dermatology organizations: the Georgia Society of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery, the Atlanta Dermatological Association, and the Skin Cancer Awareness Network Foundation. This is a commemorative measure that does not change laws or allocate funding, but rather serves as a symbolic gesture to highlight skin cancer statistics and prevention efforts.