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S.RES.47: A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate concerning the need for accurate guidelines for breast cancer screening for women between the ages of 40 and 49.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 105th Congress
- This bill is primarily about government operations and politics
- Introduced Feb. 4, 1997
- Latest Major Action Feb. 4, 1997
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
52 (38 Democrats, 15 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Expresses the sense of the Senate that studies are needed to further determine the benefits of screening women between the ages of 40 and 49 through mammography and other emerging technologies and that the Senate urges the Advisory Panel for the National Cancer Institute to consider reissuing a specified guideline rescinded in 1993 and, until there is more definitive data, direct the public to consider guidelines issued by other organizations.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 98-0. Record Vote No: 5.
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| Feb. 4, 1997 |
Introduced in the Senate by Olympia J. Snowe (R-Maine) |