HRES 896
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Recognizing the need to pursue research into the causes, a treatment, and an eventual cure for primary lateral sclerosis, supporting the goals and ideals of Primary Lateral Sclerosis Awareness Month, and for other purposes.
Introduced: December 19, 2007
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Jul 30, 2008
The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.
Jul 30, 2008
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Jul 30, 2008
On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H7533)
Jul 30, 2008
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H7533)
Jul 30, 2008
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 896.
Jul 30, 2008
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H7533-7534)
Jul 30, 2008
Mr. Pallone moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
Dec 19, 2007
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Dec 19, 2007
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Dec 19, 2007
Introduced in House
Plain-English summary
Recognizes the need to continue research into the causes, treatment, and a cure for primary lateral sclerosis.
Commends: (1) hospitals, community clinics, educational institutes, and other organizations that are working to increase awareness of, and conducting research for methods to help patients suffering from, the disorder; and (2) the Spastic Paraplegia Foundation for its efforts to educate, support, and provide hope for individuals who suffer from the disorder, while funding research to help find a cure.
Expresses support for the designation of a Primary Lateral Sclerosis Awareness Month.
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The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.
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