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S.RES.439: A resolution designating the third week of April 2006 as "National Shaken Baby Syndrome Awareness Week".
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 109th Congress
- This bill is primarily about families
- Introduced April 7, 2006
- Latest Major Action April 7, 2006
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
12 (9 Democrats, 4 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Designates the third week of April 2006 as National Shaken Baby Syndrome Awareness Week. Commends those organizations that are: (1) working to increase awareness of the danger of shaking young children; and (2) educating parents and caregivers on how they can help protect children from injuries caused by abusive shaking. Encourages participation in educational programs to help prevent Shaken Baby Syndrome.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
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| April 7, 2006 |
Introduced in the Senate by Christopher J. Dodd (D-Conn.) |