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Latest Update: Wednesday, November, 19th 2008
Recognizing the need to pursue research into the causes, a treatment, and an eventual cure for primary lateral sclerosis, supporting the goals and ideals of Primary Lateral Sclerosis Awareness Month, and for other purposes.
7/30/2008--Passed House amended. (There is 1 other summary) Recognizes the need to continue research into the causes, treatment, and a cure for primary lateral sclerosis. Commends: (1) hospitals, community clinics, educational institutes, and other organizations that are working to increase awareness of, and conducting research for methods to help patients suffering from, the disorder; and (2) the Spastic Paraplegia Foundation for its efforts to educate, support, and provide hope for individuals who suffer from the disorder, while funding research to help find a cure. Expresses support for the designation of a Primary Lateral Sclerosis Awareness Month.
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- 07/30/2008 - Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H7533-7534)
- 07/30/2008 - On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H7533)
- 07/30/2008 - Mr. Pallone moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
- 07/30/2008 - Considered under suspension of the rules.
- 07/30/2008 - DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 896.
show all actions- 07/30/2008 - Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H7533-7534)
- 07/30/2008 - On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H7533)
- 07/30/2008 - Mr. Pallone moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
- 07/30/2008 - Considered under suspension of the rules.
- 07/30/2008 - DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 896.
- 07/30/2008 - On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.
- 07/30/2008 - Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- 07/30/2008 - The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.
- 12/19/2007 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
- 12/19/2007 - Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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