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S.1862: Poison Control Center Enhancement and Awareness Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 105th Congress
- This bill is primarily about environmental protection
- Introduced March 25, 1998
- Latest Major Action March 25, 1998
- See the two similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
17 (9 Democrats, 9 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Poison Control Center Enhancement and Awareness Act - Directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to provide coordination and assistance to regional poison control centers for the establishment of a nationwide toll-free phone number to be used to access such centers. Authorizes appropriations for FY 1999 through 2001. Requires the Secretary to establish a national media campaign to educate the public about poison prevention and the...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Labor and Human Resources.
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| March 25, 1998 |
Introduced in the Senate by Michael DeWine (R-Ohio) |