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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives with regard to fibromyalgia.

Introduced: June 30, 1999 Introduced by: Lucas, Frank D. Republican · Oklahoma See on congress.gov
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 Everywhere this bill has been 3 steps
Introduced
In committee
Reported out
Passed House
Passed Senate
To President
Became law
Jul 13, 1999
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health and Environment.
Jun 30, 1999
Referred to the House Committee on Commerce.
Jun 30, 1999
Introduced in House
 Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

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's happening now July 13, 1999

Referred to the Subcommittee on Health and Environment.

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