H.RES.69: Recognizing the need to continue research into the causes, treatment, education, and an eventual cure for diabetes, and for other purposes.

About This Bill

  • This bill was introduced in the 111th Congress
  • This bill is primarily about health
  • Introduced Jan. 15, 2009
  • Latest Major Action July 22, 2009

Bill Sponsor

Bill Cosponsors

118 (98 Democrats, 1 Independent, 20 Republicans)

Bill Summary

Recognizes the need to continue diabetes research. Commends hospitals, community clinics, educational institutes, and other organizations that are: (1) working to increase diabetes awareness; and (2) conducting research for methods to help patients and families in the Latino community suffering from diabetes. Congratulates the work of the Latino Diabetes Association. Expresses support for the designation of Latino Diabetes Awareness Month.

(Source: Library of Congress)

Bill Actions

Date Description
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Mr. Baca moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
Considered under suspension of the rules.
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 69.
At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
Considered as unfinished business.
On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 420 - 0 (Roll no. 609).
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Jan. 15, 2009

Introduced in the House by Joe Baca (D-Calif.)

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