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H.RES.157: Expressing support for the designation of the last day of February each year, as "Rare Disease Day".
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 115th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced Feb. 28, 2017
- Latest Major Action March 3, 2017
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
13 (7 Democrats, 6 Republicans)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - Feb. 28, 2017
Bill Summary
Expresses support for: (1) the designation of Rare Disease Day; and (2) a national and global commitment to developing new treatments, diagnostics, and cures for rare diseases and disorders.
(Source: Library of Congress)
What Lawmakers Are Saying About This Bill
Bill Actions
Date | Description |
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March 3, 2017 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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Feb. 28, 2017 |
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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Feb. 28, 2017 |
Introduced in the House by André Carson (D-Ind.) |