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- H.R.826
H.R.826: End Neglected Tropical Diseases Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 116th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced Jan. 28, 2019
- Latest Major Action Jan. 29, 2019
- See the two similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
4 (2 Democrats, 2 Republicans)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - Jan. 28, 2019
Bill Summary
End Neglected Tropical Diseases Act This bill expands programs to address neglected tropical diseases (NTDs), which are infections caused by pathogens, including viruses, microbes, and helminths (parasitic worms), that disproportionately impact individuals living in extreme poverty, especially in developing countries. Examples include dengue, leprosy, and rabies. The bill sets forth certain priorities for the NTDs Program of the U.S. Agency...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
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| Feb. 12, 2019 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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| Jan. 29, 2019 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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| Jan. 28, 2019 |
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Foreign Affairs, and Financial Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
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| Jan. 28, 2019 |
Introduced in the House by Christopher H. Smith (R-N.J.) |