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- H.RES.914
H.RES.914: Supporting the observance of National Diabetes Month.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 111th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced Nov. 18, 2009
- Latest Major Action Nov. 19, 2009
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
137 (93 Democrats, 44 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Expresses support for: (1) the goals and ideals of National Diabetes Month; and (2) decreasing the prevalence of diabetes, developing better treatments, and working toward an eventual cure for type I and type II diabetes through increased research, treatment, and prevention. Recognizes the importance of early detection of diabetes and awareness of the symptoms of diabetes and risk factors for type II diabetes.
(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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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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Mrs. Capps asked unanimous consent to discharge from committee and consider.
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Committee on Energy and Commerce discharged.
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Considered by unanimous consent.
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On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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| Nov. 18, 2009 |
Introduced in the House by Diana DeGette (D-Colo.) |