US SR434 | 2011-2012 | 112th Congress

Status

Spectrum: Moderate Partisan Bill (Democrat 12-1-1)
Status: Introduced on April 24 2012 - 25% progression, died in committee
Action: 2012-04-24 - Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2659)
Pending: Senate Health, Education, Labor, And Pensions Committee
Text: Latest bill text (Introduced) [PDF]

Summary

Expresses support for: (1) the groundbreaking national goal of preventing and treating Alzheimer's disease by the year 2025 and the other goals of the draft National Plan to Address Alzheimer's Disease, and (2) increased assistance for people with Alzheimer's and their caregivers and families. Finds that basic science, medical research, and therapy development are necessary for reaching that goal and identifying a definitive cure. Calls for further public awareness and understanding of Alzheimer's. Encourages early diagnosis and access to high-quality care for people with Alzheimer's.

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Title

A resolution supporting the goal of preventing and effectively treating Alzheimer's disease by the year 2025, as articulated in the draft National Plan to Address Alzheimer's Disease from the Department of Health and Human Services.

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History

DateChamberAction
2012-04-24SenateReferred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2659)

Same As/Similar To

HCR120 (Same As) 2012-04-26 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

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