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Version 82 · Passed Senate without amendment · May 25, 2006
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.)
Recognizes the need to pursue research into the causes, a treatment, and an eventual cure for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis.
Expresses support for: (1) the work of the Coalition for Pulmonary Fibrosis and its partner organizations for their efforts to educate, support, and provide hope for individuals who suffer from the disease; and (2) designation of Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Week.
Congratulates the Coalition for Pulmonary Fibrosis for its efforts to educate the public about the disease.
People & committees
Sen. Coleman, Norm [R-MN] · R–MN
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Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text as passed Senate: CR S5284)
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(text as passed Senate: CR S5284)
Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5283-5284)
Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions discharged by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S5283-5284)
Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S9989)
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S9989-9990)
Introduced in Senate
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