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H.RES.526: Supporting the goals and ideals of observing the Year of Polio Awareness.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 109th Congress
- This bill is primarily about families
- Introduced Nov. 1, 2005
- Latest Major Action Sept. 19, 2006
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
55 (36 Democrats, 1 Independent Democrat, 19 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Recognizes the need for every child to be vaccinated against polio. Urges all appropriate federal departments and agencies to take steps to educate: (1) Americans about the need for polio vaccination; and (2) U.S. polio survivors and medical professionals about the cause and treatment of post-polio sequelae. Expresses support for the goals and ideals of observing the Year of Polio Awareness.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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Mr. Deal (GA) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
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Considered under suspension of the rules.
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DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 526.
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On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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| Nov. 1, 2005 |
Introduced in the House by Steven R. Rothman (D-N.J.) |