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H.CON.RES.403: Recognizing the important contributions of African-American doctors on the event of the apology of the American Medical Association to the National Medical Association, an association of African-American doctors, for over a century of racial prejudices an
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 110th Congress
- This bill is primarily about education
- Introduced July 31, 2008
- Latest Major Action July 31, 2008
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
72 (72 Democrats, 1 Republican)
Bill Summary
Recognizes: (1) the important contributions of African-American doctors on the event of the apology of American Medical Association (AMA) to the National Medical Association (NMA) for over a century of racial prejudices and wrongdoings; (2) the efforts of Dr. W. Montague Cobb, former president of the NMA, to break down the racial prejudices at the AMA that led to its full integration; and (3) Shaw University's Leonard Medical School and other...
(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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| July 31, 2008 |
Introduced in the House by G. K. Butterfield (D-N.C.) |