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- H.CON.RES.38
H.CON.RES.38: Recognizing the life and legacy of Henrietta Lacks during Women's History Month.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 115th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced March 22, 2017
- Latest Major Action March 24, 2017
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
42 (All Democrats)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - March 22, 2017
Bill Summary
Celebrates, during Women's History Month, the life and legacy of Henrietta Lacks. Honors Lacks as a hero of modern medicine for contributions to the medical discoveries resulting from her HeLa cells, which helped make possible some of the most important medical advances of the last century. Recognizes her legacy, which has contributed to developments in bioethics and patient rights.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| March 24, 2017 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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| March 22, 2017 |
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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| March 22, 2017 |
Introduced in the House by Elijah E. Cummings (D-Md.) |