US SR108 | 2015-2016 | 114th Congress

Status

Spectrum: Slight Partisan Bill (Democrat 8-4)
Status: Introduced on March 24 2015 - 25% progression, died in chamber
Action: 2015-10-21 - Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
Text: Latest bill text (Enrolled) [PDF]

Summary

A resolution commemorating the discovery of the polio vaccine and supporting efforts to eradicate the disease. Commends the work of Jonas Salk and Albert Sabin in developing effective, safe vaccines for polio. Supports the Global Polio Eradication Initiative's goals and ideals and the international community in remaining committed to the eradication of polio. Encourages continued funding for the Global Polio Eradication Initiative and scientific research so that more life-saving discoveries can be made.

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Title

A resolution commemorating the discovery of the polio vaccine and supporting efforts to eradicate the disease.

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History

DateChamberAction
2015-10-21SenateResolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
2015-10-21SenateSenate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7425)
2015-03-24SenateReferred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1784)

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