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S.RES.674: A resolution designating September 22, 2008, as "National Falls Prevention Awareness Day" to raise awareness and encourage the prevention of falls among older adults.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 110th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced Sept. 22, 2008
- Latest Major Action Sept. 22, 2008
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
3 (1 Democrat, 3 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Designates September 22, 2008, as National Falls Prevention Awareness Day.Commends the National Falls Free Coalition and all other organizations for their efforts to promote awareness about preventing and reducing falls among older people in the United States.Encourages public and private entities to work together to increase education and awareness about the prevention of falls.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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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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Sept. 22, 2008 |
Introduced in the Senate by Barbara A. Mikulski (D-Md.) |