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S.RES.265: A resolution designating September 22, 2017, as "National Falls Prevention Awareness Day" to raise awareness and encourage the prevention of falls among older adults.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 115th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced Sept. 19, 2017
- Latest Major Action Sept. 19, 2017
Bill Sponsor
Bill Version
- Agreed to Senate - Sept. 19, 2017
Bill Summary
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Designates September 22, 2017, as National Falls Prevention Awareness Day. Recognizes that there are cost-effective falls prevention programs and policies. Commends the Falls Free Coalition and others for their efforts to increase awareness of falls prevention. Recognizes: (1) the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for its work...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
Date | Description |
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Sept. 19, 2017 |
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5867-5868; text: CR S5866-5867)
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Sept. 19, 2017 |
Introduced in the Senate by Susan Collins (R-Maine) |