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Expressing support for the designation of the last Tuesday of April each year as "APOL1-Mediated Kidney Disease (AMKD) Awareness Day".
5/7/2024, 9:12 PM
Summary of Bill HRES 1124
Bill 118 HRES 1124, also known as the "APOL1-Mediated Kidney Disease (AMKD) Awareness Day" bill, is a piece of legislation that aims to designate the last Tuesday of April each year as a day to raise awareness about APOL1-Mediated Kidney Disease. This disease disproportionately affects African Americans and individuals of African descent, and can lead to serious health complications such as kidney failure.
The bill highlights the importance of educating the public about AMKD, as well as promoting early detection and treatment options for those at risk. By designating a specific day for AMKD awareness, the hope is to increase public knowledge about the disease and encourage individuals to take proactive steps towards managing their kidney health.
Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1124 seeks to bring attention to a lesser-known but significant health issue within the African American community, and to promote efforts to improve outcomes for those affected by APOL1-Mediated Kidney Disease.
The bill highlights the importance of educating the public about AMKD, as well as promoting early detection and treatment options for those at risk. By designating a specific day for AMKD awareness, the hope is to increase public knowledge about the disease and encourage individuals to take proactive steps towards managing their kidney health.
Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1124 seeks to bring attention to a lesser-known but significant health issue within the African American community, and to promote efforts to improve outcomes for those affected by APOL1-Mediated Kidney Disease.
Congressional Summary of HRES 1124
This resolution expresses support for APOL1-Mediated Kidney Disease (AMKD) Awareness Day.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 1124
Bill HRES 1124 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 9, 2024. Bill HRES 1124 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 9, 2024. Bill HRES 1124's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of April 9, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 1124
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
16Democrat Cosponsors
16Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 1124
Primary Policy Focus
HealthAlternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 1124
Expressing support for the designation of the last Tuesday of April each year as "APOL1-Mediated Kidney Disease (AMKD) Awareness Day".
Expressing support for the designation of the last Tuesday of April each year as "APOL1-Mediated Kidney Disease (AMKD) Awareness Day".
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HRES 1124
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