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Bill115th CongressFiled Aug 1, 2018Health
S.Res. 605

A resolution designating the first week in August as "World Breastfeeding Week", and designating August as "National Breastfeeding Month".

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What it doesSummary introduced in senate (Aug 1, 2018)

Designates the first week of August 2018 as World Breastfeeding Week and designates August 2018 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 1, 2018

Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5587-5588)

Who’s behind it

Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR](D-OR)Sponsor
12 cosponsors11 D1 I
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  1. Aug 1, 2018IntroReferral

    Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5587-5588)

    Judiciary Committee
  2. Aug 1, 2018IntroReferral10000

    Introduced in Senate

A resolution designating the first week in August as "World Breastfeeding Week", and desig… — Informed