A JOINT RESOLUTION authorizing the legislative research commission to study the known environmental causes and triggers of cancer.
Whereas, there are 247 known environmental causes and triggers of cancer, including certain medications such as steroidal estrogens; and
Whereas, there are newly listed known causes of cancer, which include (i) broad spectrum ultraviolet radiation, whether generated by the sun or artificial sources such as tanning beds and ultraviolet lamps, (ii) wood dust created from cutting and shaping wood, and (iii) nickel compounds and beryllium compounds commonly used in industry; and
Whereas, educating the public about the causes and risks of cancer is an important tool in detecting and preventing cancer; Now, therefore,
Be it resolved by the Senate, the House of Representatives concurring:
SECTION 1.  The Legislative Research Commission may study the environmental causes and triggers of cancer and the presence of environmental issues in this State that are among the known environmental causes and triggers of cancer.
SECTION 2.  The Legislative Research Commission may make an interim report to the 2003 General Assembly, 2004 Regular Session, and shall make its final report to the 2005 General Assembly.
SECTION 3.  This resolution is effective upon ratification.