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Bill114th CongressFiled May 25, 2016Health
S.Res. 476

A resolution designating the month of May 2016 as "Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month".

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What it doesSummary introduced in senate (May 25, 2016)

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 with cystic fibrosis.

Urges researchers, developers, patients, and providers to work together to find a cure for this deadly disease.

What just happenedMay 25, 2016

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)

Who’s behind it

Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA](D-MA)Sponsor
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  1. May 25, 2016Floor

    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)

  2. May 25, 2016Floor17000

    Passed/agreed to in Senate: 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)

  3. May 25, 2016IntroReferral10000

    Introduced in Senate

Introduced in SenateMay 25, 2016

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 with cystic fibrosis.

Urges researchers, developers, patients, and providers to work together to find a cure for this deadly disease.

Passed Senate without amendmentMay 25, 201682

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

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 with cystic fibrosis.

Urges researchers, developers, patients, and providers to work together to find a cure for this deadly disease.

A resolution designating the month of May 2016 as "Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month". — Informed