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S.RES.182: A resolution designating May 2017 as "Melanoma Awareness Month".
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 115th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced May 25, 2017
- Latest Major Action May 25, 2017
Bill Sponsor
Bill Version
- Agreed to Senate - May 25, 2017
Bill Summary
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Designates May 2017 as Melanoma Awareness Month. (Melanoma is the type of skin cancer that causes the most deaths.) Expresses support for melanoma research and efforts to promote awareness of sunsafe behaviors, including the use of sunscreen and sun-protective clothing.
(Source: Library of Congress)
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Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| May 25, 2017 |
Passed the SenateSubmitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3225; text as passed Senate: CR S3224) |
| May 25, 2017 |
Introduced in the Senate by Jack Reed (D-R.I.) |