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A concurrent resolution supporting the goals and ideals of Spina Bifida Awareness Month.

Introduced: October 13, 2011 Introduced by: Wicker, Roger F. Republican · Mississippi See on congress.gov
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Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S6515-6516)
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Expresses support for: (1) the goals and ideals of National Spina Bifida Awareness Month, and (2) the ongoing development of the National Spina Bifida Patient Registry.

Recognizes: (1) the importance of highlighting the occurrence of, and advancing efforts to decrease the incidence of, spina bifida; and (2) the continued need for a commitment of resources for efforts to reduce and prevent disabling birth defects like spina bifida.

Commends the work of the Spina Bifida Association to educate, support, and provide hope for people with spina bifida and their families.

What's happening now October 13, 2011

Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S6515-6516)

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