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H.RES.1116: Supporting the goals and ideals of Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Week.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 111th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced Feb. 25, 2010
- Latest Major Action April 21, 2010
- See the seven similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
109 (80 Democrats, 29 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Expresses support for the goals and ideals of Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Week. Reaffirms the nation's commitment to combating multiple sclerosis by promoting awareness about its causes and risks, promoting new education programs, supporting research, and expanding access to medical treatment.Recognizes people living with multiple sclerosis and salutes the health care professionals and medical researchers who assist those so afflicted and...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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Mrs. Capps moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
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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. 1116.
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On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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Feb. 25, 2010 |
Introduced in the House by Barbara Lee (D-Calif.) |