S.RES.389: A resolution designating March 6, 2016, as the first annual "World Lymphedema Day".

About This Bill

  • This bill was introduced in the 114th Congress
  • This bill is primarily about health
  • Introduced March 3, 2016
  • Latest Major Action March 3, 2016

Bill Summary

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Urges that advocates and health care providers that battle lymphedema be recognized. (Lymphedema is a painful and destructive swelling caused by a blockage in the lymphatic system.) Designates March 6, 2016, as World Lymphedema Day.

(Source: Library of Congress)

Bill Actions

Date Description
March 3, 2016

Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S1296; text as passed Senate: CR S1283-1284)

March 3, 2016

Introduced in the Senate by Charles E. Schumer (D-N.Y.)

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