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- H.CON.RES.79
H.CON.RES.79: Expressing the sense of the Congress that assisted suicide (sometimes referred to using other terms) puts everyone, including those most vulnerable, at risk of deadly harm.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 116th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced Dec. 12, 2019
- Latest Major Action Dec. 13, 2019
- See the two similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
10 (4 Democrats, 6 Republicans)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - Dec. 12, 2019
Bill Summary
This concurrent resolution expresses the sense of Congress that the federal government should ensure that (1) every person facing the end of their life has access to quality, comprehensive medical care and (2) policies or practices supporting assisted suicide are not adopted.
(Source: Library of Congress)
What Lawmakers Are Saying About This Bill
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Dec. 13, 2019 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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| Dec. 12, 2019 |
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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| Dec. 12, 2019 |
Introduced in the House by J. Luis Correa (D-Calif.) |