HRES 308 111th Congress House Health Congressional tributes Elementary and secondary education HIV/AIDS Health programs administration and funding Health promotion and preventive care Higher education Minority health Sex and reproductive health Sex, gender, sexual orientation discrimination Teaching, teachers, curricula

Honoring the life, legacy, and memory of Pedro Pablo Zamora y Diaz, an extraordinary educator and activist, and a pioneer in the battle against the HIV/AIDS epidemic.

Introduced: March 31, 2009 See on congress.gov

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Apr 1, 2009

Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Mar 31, 2009

Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Mar 31, 2009

Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E830-831)

Mar 31, 2009

Introduced in House

Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

Honors the life, legacy, and memory of Pedro Pablo Zamora y Diaz, an educator and activist and a pioneer in the battle against the HIV/AIDS epidemic. Expresses support for educators and activitists who adhere to a comprehensive sex education agenda that is rooted in empirical and scientific evidence, that is culturally competent, and that promotes the tolerance of sexual orientation and the destigmatization of HIV/AIDS.

Expresses the House of Representatives' commitment to: (1) supporting prevention and treatment facilities and programs in areas that have high rates of HIV/AIDS infections and high uninsured rates; (2) supporting programs that address the disproportionate effect of HIV/AIDS on communities of color; and (3) investing in programs and initiatives that are dedicated to providing Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender persons with the necessary support, resources, and tools to ensure that their civil rights, dignity, and health are protected.

What's happening now April 1, 2009

Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

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