Calling for sickle cell trait research, surveillance, and public education and awareness, and for other purposes.
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What it doesSummary introduced in house (Sep 27, 2019)
This resolution recognizes the challenges in addressing health outcomes among people with sickle cell trait and sickle cell disease. (Sickle cell disease refers to blood disorders resulting from abnormal red blood cells.) The resolution also (1) encourages the medical community to make individuals aware of their sickle cell trait status, (2) urges the Department of Health and Human Services to develop a public awareness campaign regarding the importance of individuals knowing their sickle-cell trait status and to expand access for screening and counseling, and (3) commits to ensuring equitable access to new treatments and supporting research on sickle cell trait and sickle cell disease.
What just happenedSep 30, 2019
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in HouseSep 27, 2019
- Sep 30, 2019Committee
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Health Subcommittee - Sep 27, 2019IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Energy and Commerce Committee - Sep 27, 2019IntroReferralB00100
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H8060)
- Sep 27, 2019IntroReferralIntro-H
Introduced in House
- Sep 27, 2019IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House