Bill115th CongressFiled Aug 3, 2017Health
S.Res. 246
A resolution designating the first week in August 2017 as "World Breastfeeding Week", and designating August 2017 as "National Breastfeeding Month".
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What it doesSummary introduced in senate (Aug 3, 2017)
Designates the first week of August 2017 as World Breastfeeding Week and designates August 2017 as National Breastfeeding Month.
Expresses support for policies and funding to ensure that all mothers who choose to breastfeed can access a full range of support.
What just happenedAug 3, 2017
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S4881)
Who’s behind it
Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR](D-OR)Sponsor
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- Introduced in SenateAug 3, 2017
- Aug 3, 2017IntroReferral
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S4881)
Judiciary Committee - Aug 3, 2017IntroReferral10000
Introduced in Senate