HR-1176: Expressing support for the designation of June 19, 2022, as "World Sickle Cell Awareness Day" in order to increase public alertness across the United States and global community about sickle cell disease, the continued need for empirical research, early detection screenings for sickle cell trait carriers, novel effective treatments leading to a cure, and preventative care programs with respect to complications from sickle cell anemia and conditions related to sickle cell disease.
Sponsored by: Rep. Barbara Lee
Introduced In House on 06/15/2022
You have voted HR-1176: Expressing support for the designation of June 19, 2022, as "World Sickle Cell Awareness Day" in order to increase public alertness across the United States and global community about sickle cell disease, the continued need for empirical research, early detection screenings for sickle cell trait carriers, novel effective treatments leading to a cure, and preventative care programs with respect to complications from sickle cell anemia and conditions related to sickle cell disease..
SR-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 treatments, and preventative care programs with respect to complications from sickle cell disease and conditions related to sickle cell disease.
Sponsored by: Sen. Cory Booker
Submitted In The Senate, Considered, And Agreed To Without Amendment And With A Preamble By Unanimous Consent. on 12/13/2021
You have voted SR-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 treatments, and preventative care programs with respect to complications from sickle cell disease and conditions related to sickle cell disease..
Cures 2.0 Act [HB-6000]
[Healthcare ]
[Pharmaceuticals ]
[Science ]
[Technology and Innovation ]
[Public Health ]
To continue the acceleration of the discovery, development, and delivery of 21st century cures, and for other purposes.
HB-6000: Cures 2.0 Act
Sponsored by: Rep. Barbara Lee
Referred To The Subcommittee On Biotechnology, Horticulture, And Research. on 01/04/2022
Improving the Health of Children Act [HB-5551]
[Healthcare ]
[Public Health ]
[Children and Youth ]
[Disabilities ]
To amend title III of the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize the National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities, and for other purposes.
HB-5551: Improving the Health of Children Act
Sponsored by: Rep. Henry Cuellar
Received In The Senate And Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Health, Education, Labor, And Pensions. on 12/09/2021
SR-339: A resolution expressing support for the designation of September 25, 2021, as "National Ataxia Awareness Day", and raising awareness of ataxia, ataxia research, and the search for a cure.
Sponsored by: Sen. Christopher Murphy
Senate Committee On Health, Education, Labor, And Pensions Discharged By Unanimous Consent. on 09/14/2021
You have voted SR-339: A resolution expressing support for the designation of September 25, 2021, as "National Ataxia Awareness Day", and raising awareness of ataxia, ataxia research, and the search for a cure..
SR-336: A resolution designating September 15, 2021, as "International Myotonic Dystrophy Awareness Day" and supporting the goals and ideals of International Myotonic Dystrophy Awareness Day.
Sponsored by: Sen. Susan Collins
Referred To The Committee On The Judiciary. on 08/04/2021
You have voted SR-336: A resolution designating September 15, 2021, as "International Myotonic Dystrophy Awareness Day" and supporting the goals and ideals of International Myotonic Dystrophy Awareness Day..
HR-494: 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 treatments, and preventative care programs with respect to complications from sickle cell disease and conditions related to sickle cell disease.
Sponsored by: Rep. Barbara Lee
Referred To The Subcommittee On Health. on 06/24/2021
You have voted HR-494: 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 treatments, and preventative care programs with respect to complications from sickle cell disease and conditions related to sickle cell disease..
Medical Nutrition Equity Act of 2021 [S.2013]
[Healthcare ]
[Medicare and Medicaid ]
[Insurance ]
[Food ]
[Public Health ]
A bill to provide for the coverage of medically necessary food and vitamins and individual amino acids for digestive and inherited metabolic disorder under Federal health programs and private health insurance, to ensure State and Federal protection for existing coverage, and for other purposes.
S.2013: Medical Nutrition Equity Act of 2021
Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Casey
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Health, Education, Labor, And Pensions. on 06/10/2021
Medical Nutrition Equity Act of 2021 [HB-3783]
[Healthcare ]
[Medicare and Medicaid ]
[Insurance ]
[Food ]
[Public Health ]
To provide for the coverage of medically necessary food and vitamins and individual amino acids for digestive and inherited metabolic disorders under Federal health programs and private health insurance, to ensure State and Federal protection for existing coverage, and for other purposes.
HB-3783: Medical Nutrition Equity Act of 2021
Sponsored by: Rep. Raul Grijalva
Referred To The Subcommittee On Health. on 06/08/2021
SR-235: A resolution designating May 15, 2021, as "National MPS Awareness Day".
Sponsored by: Sen. Michael Bennet
Submitted In The Senate, Considered, And Agreed To Without Amendment And With A Preamble By Unanimous Consent. on 05/25/2021
HR-335: Expressing support for the designation of May as Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome Awareness Month to increase the knowledge of this little-known, potentially fatal, genetic disease.
Sponsored by: Rep. Andre Carson
Referred To The Subcommittee On Health. on 04/21/2021
You have voted HR-335: Expressing support for the designation of May as Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome Awareness Month to increase the knowledge of this little-known, potentially fatal, genetic disease..
Huntington’s Disease Disability Insurance Access Act of 2021 [HB-2050]
[Healthcare ]
[Medicare and Medicaid ]
[Social Security ]
[Disabilities ]
[Insurance ]
To amend title II of the Social Security Act to eliminate the five-month waiting period for disability insurance benefits under such title and waive the 24-month waiting period for Medicare eligibility for individuals with Huntington's disease.
HB-2050: Huntington’s Disease Disability Insurance Access Act of 2021
Sponsored by: Rep. Raul Grijalva
Introduced In House on 03/18/2021
Huntington’s Disease Disability Insurance Access Act of 2021 [S.868]
[Healthcare ]
[Medicare and Medicaid ]
[Social Security ]
[Disabilities ]
[Insurance ]
A bill to amend title II of the Social Security Act to eliminate the five-month waiting period for disability insurance benefits under such title and waive the 24-month waiting period for Medicare eligibility for individuals with Huntington's disease.
S.868: Huntington’s Disease Disability Insurance Access Act of 2021
Sponsored by: Sen. Susan Collins
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Finance. on 03/18/2021
SR-74: A resolution designating February 28, 2021, as "Rare Disease Day".
Sponsored by: Sen. Cory Booker
Submitted In The Senate, Considered, And Agreed To Without Amendment And With A Preamble By Unanimous Consent. on 02/24/2021
A resolution designating February 28, 2015, as "Rare Disease Day". [SR-92]
[Healthcare ]
[Public Health ]
A resolution designating February 28, 2015, as "Rare Disease Day". Designates February 28, 2015, as Rare Disease Day. Expresses support for a national and global commitment to developing new treatments, diagnostics, and cures for rare diseases and disorders.
SR-92: A resolution designating February 28, 2015, as "Rare Disease Day".
Sponsored by: Sen. Dianne Feinstein
Submitted In The Senate, Considered, And Agreed To Without Amendment And With A Preamble By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S1206; Text As Passed Senate: Cr S1203-1204) on 02/27/2015
SR-592: A resolution expressing support for the designation of the month of September 2016 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 treatments, and preventative care programs with respect to sickle cell disease.
Sponsored by: Sen. Cory Booker
Submitted In The Senate, Considered, And Agreed To Without Amendment And With A Preamble By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S6256-6257; Text As Passed Senate: Cr S6274) on 09/29/2016
You have voted SR-592: A resolution expressing support for the designation of the month of September 2016 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 treatments, and preventative care programs with respect to sickle cell disease..
A resolution designating the month of May 2016 as "Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month". [SR-476]
[Healthcare ]
[Public Health ]
A resolution designating the month of May 2016 as "Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month". Designates May 2016 as Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month. (Cystic fibrosis is an inherited disease that causes persistent lung infections and limits the ability to breathe over time.) Congratulates the individuals who care for patients with cystic fibrosis for their dedication. Recognizes that the care delivery system for cystic fibrosis can be a model for care coordination. Acknowledges the investments and scientific achievements that have improved the lives of individuals
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SR-476: A resolution designating the month of May 2016 as "Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month".
Sponsored by: Sen. Chuck Grassley
Submitted In The Senate, Considered, And Agreed To Without Amendment And With A Preamble By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S3227; Text As Passed Senate: Cr S3175-3176) on 05/25/2016
A resolution designating February 29, 2016 as "Rare Disease Day". [SR-380]
[Healthcare ]
[Public Health ]
A resolution designating February 29, 2016 as "Rare Disease Day". Designates February 29, 2016, as Rare Disease Day. Expresses support for a national and global commitment to developing new treatments, diagnostics, and cures for rare diseases and disorders.
SR-380: A resolution designating February 29, 2016 as "Rare Disease Day".
Sponsored by: Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse
Senate Committee On The Judiciary Discharged By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S1167) on 03/01/2016