H.R. No. 596 is a resolution recognizing March 2025 as National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month in Texas. The resolution highlights the significance of this observance in raising awareness about colorectal cancer, which is the fourth most commonly diagnosed cancer in the U.S. and the second leading cause of cancer deaths. Each year, approximately 150,000 Americans are diagnosed with the disease, resulting in over 50,000 deaths, including around 4,500 in Texas. The resolution emphasizes the importance of early detection through health care screenings, which can significantly increase survival rates, particularly when the disease is identified in its early stages.

The resolution also addresses the concerning rise of colorectal cancer cases among young adults and the disproportionate impact on Black Americans, who experience higher rates of diagnosis and mortality compared to non-Hispanic White Americans. By designating March 2025 as National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, the Texas House of Representatives encourages all Texans to educate themselves about the disease and take proactive measures to protect their health through screenings and other preventive actions.