HRES 1191
110th Congress
House
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Expressing support for designation of May as "National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month".
Everywhere this bill has been
3 steps
Introduced
In committee
Reported out
Passed House
Passed Senate
To President
Became law
May 14, 2008
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
May 13, 2008
Introduced in House
May 13, 2008
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Plain-English summary
Expresses support for the designation of National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month.
Encourages increased awareness about the prevalence of asthma and allergies and the disparities in asthma cases based on race, ethnicity, and economic status.
Recognizes: (1) health care professionals that treat asthma- and allergy-related health issues; and (2) the nation's commitment to continued education surrounding asthma and allergy treatment and symptoms and to advancing care for both conditions.
What's happening now
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Committees of jurisdiction
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