Senate Simple Resolution 125
115th Congress(2017-2018)
A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of National Public Health Week.
Introduced
Introduced in Senate on Apr 7, 2017
Origin Chamber
Senate
Type
Simple Resolution
Simple Resolution
A form of legislative measure introduced and potentially acted upon by only one congressional chamber and used for the regulation of business only within the chamber of origin. Depending on the chamber of origin, they begin with a designation of either H.Res. or S.Res. Joint resolutions and concurrent resolutions are other types of resolutions.
Bill Number
125
Congress
115
Policy Area
Health
Health
Primary focus of measure is science or practice of the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease; health services administration and funding, including such programs as Medicare and Medicaid; health personnel and medical education; drug use and safety; health care coverage and insurance; health facilities. Measures concerning controlled substances and drug trafficking may fall under Crime and Law Enforcement policy area.
Tom Udall
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No Senate votes have been held for this bill.
Summary
Expresses support for the goals and ideals of National Public Health Week.
Recognizes the efforts of public health professionals, governments, tribes, and individuals in preventing disease and injury.
Encourages increased efforts and the use of additional resources to improve the health of people in the United States and to make the United States the healthiest nation in one generation through greater opportunities to improve community health and by strengthening the public health system.
April 7, 2017
04/07/2017
Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2458)
04/07/2017
Introduced in Senate
Public Record
Record Updated
Jan 11, 2023 1:36:54 PM