Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives with regard to fibromyalgia.
Bill journey · stage 2 of 5
Under committee review
What it doesSummary introduced in house (Jun 30, 1999)
Recognizes: (1) the severity of the issue of fibromyalgia; (2) the leadership of the Arthritis Foundation, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and the States in developing the National Arthritis Action Plan which includes strategies to address fibromyalgia; (3) the importance of committing resources to such Plan; (4) the importance of scientific research in determining the cause (or causes) and effective treatments; and (5) the importance of committing resources to the Arthritis Foundation, the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, and other relevant Federal research institutions to help pinpoint the cause (or causes) and to find a cure.
Calls on the United States to support individuals affected by fibromyalgia through public awareness and education.
What just happenedJul 13, 1999
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health and Environment.
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in HouseJun 30, 1999
- Jul 13, 1999CommitteeH11000
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health and Environment.
Health and Environment Subcommittee - Jun 30, 1999IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on Commerce.
Energy and Commerce Committee - Jun 30, 1999IntroReferralIntro-H
Introduced in House
- Jun 30, 1999IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House