Joe Baca: “I rise in support of S. 37, Senator Feinstein's companion bill to my H.R. 312. This bill authorities the Breast Cancer…”

“I rise in support of S. 37, Senator Feinstein's companion bill to my H.R. 312. This bill authorities the Breast Cancer Research Stamp through 2007. Without this legislation, this successful program would end this year. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. As it comes to a close it is important to reflect on what is being done in the way of prevention and treatment of breast cancer. Senator Feinstein and I have proposed to extend the deadline of the Breast Cancer Research Stamp, so that it will be available for purchase for two more years. Senator Feinstein and I have been collaborating to bring awareness to this ever-present disease and to help doctors and scientists fighting against it. I want to thank her for her unwavering dedication. I also want to thank Dr. Ernie Bodhai, who developed the idea of the Breast Cancer Research Stamp and who has brought national awareness to the measure. Dr. Bodhai inspired me to help support the Breast Cancer Research Stamp back when I served in the California State Assembly. Senator Feinstein and I introduced this bill for one reason: to save lives. We have worked together to pass this important bill so researchers can gain more insight on the disease and in turn, prevent tragedies. This year more than 200,000 women and men will be diagnosed with breast cancer. More than 40,000 Americans will die from the disease this year.…”