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S.RES.477: A resolution expressing support for the designation of September 2021 as "Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month" in order to educate communities across the United States about sickle cell disease and the need for research, early detection methods, effective
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 117th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced Dec. 13, 2021
- Latest Major Action Dec. 13, 2021
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
12 (7 Democrats, 5 Republicans)
Bill Version
- Agreed to Senate - Dec. 13, 2021
Bill Summary
This resolution expresses support for the goals and ideals of Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month. Sickle cell disease is an inherited blood disorder than can lead to pain, anemia, infections, and stroke.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Dec. 13, 2021 |
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S9126; text: CR S9124-9125)
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| Dec. 13, 2021 |
Introduced in the Senate by Tim Scott (R-S.C.) |