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- H.CON.RES.152
H.CON.RES.152: Expressing the sense of Congress that urgent action is needed to limit the hardship endured by senior citizens when meeting their prescription drug needs.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 106th Congress
- This bill is primarily about congress
- Introduced July 13, 1999
- Latest Major Action Oct. 4, 2000
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
33 (28 Democrats, 6 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) prescription drug accessibility is crucial to the well-being of senior citizens; (2) prescription drug costs should not prohibit seniors from taking the vital steps necessary to maintain their health; (3) extending prescription drug benefits to seniors should not require the creation of extensive new bureaucracies, regulations, or price controls; and (4) Congress should pursue legislative measures to...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Health and Environment.
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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Referred to the House Committee on Commerce.
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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| July 13, 1999 |
Introduced in the House by Frank Mascara (D-Pa.) |