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Expressing support for the designation of September 2017 as "Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month".

Introduced: September 13, 2017 See on congress.gov
 Everywhere this bill has been 4 steps
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Sep 15, 2017
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Sep 14, 2017
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H7413)
Sep 13, 2017
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Sep 13, 2017
Introduced in House
 Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

Supports the designation of Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month. (Pulmonary fibrosis is scarring of the lungs that causes breathing problems.)

Expresses continued support for: (1) more robust and accelerated research to develop more effective treatments for pulmonary fibrosis and to ultimately find a cure for the disease, (2) federal efforts to ease administrative burdens on those suffering from pulmonary fibrosis and their families and caregivers, and (3) swift and efficient federal evaluation and approval of new treatments for pulmonary fibrosis.

Recognizes the ongoing courage and contributions of individuals with pulmonary fibrosis who participate in clinical trials.

Commends the dedication of those working to improve the quality of life of individuals with pulmonary fibrosis and the families and caregivers of those individuals.
What's happening now September 15, 2017

Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

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