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A resolution designating February 29, 2020, as "Rare Disease Day".

Introduced: March 4, 2020 See on congress.gov
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Mar 4, 2020
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S1507; text: CR S1479)
Mar 4, 2020
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote.(consideration: CR S1507; text: CR S1479)
Mar 4, 2020
Introduced in Senate
 Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

This resolution designates February 29, 2020, as Rare Disease Day. The resolution also recognizes the importance of improving awareness, encouraging accurate and early diagnosis, and supporting national and global efforts to develop effective treatments, diagnostics, and cures.

What's happening now March 4, 2020

Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S1507; text: CR S1479)