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S.2481: End Neglected Tropical Diseases Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 116th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced Sept. 17, 2019
- Latest Major Action Sept. 17, 2019
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Version
- Introduced in Senate - Sept. 17, 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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Sept. 17, 2019 |
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
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Sept. 17, 2019 |
Introduced in the Senate by Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio) |