Calling for sickle cell trait research, surveillance, and public education and awareness, and for other purposes.

2/5/2024, 2:30 PM

This resolution recognizes the challenges posed by sickle cell trait and sickle cell disease and encourages relevant screening, research, and surveillance. Sickle cell disease is a group of inherited disorders that cause abnormally shaped red blood cells.

Bill 118 HRES 672, also known as the "Calling for sickle cell trait research, surveillance, and public education and awareness, and for other purposes" bill, was introduced in the US Congress with the aim of addressing the issues related to sickle cell trait.

The bill calls for increased research on sickle cell trait, a genetic condition that affects the shape of red blood cells and can lead to serious health complications. It also calls for improved surveillance of sickle cell trait in order to better understand its prevalence and impact on individuals.

Additionally, the bill emphasizes the importance of public education and awareness about sickle cell trait, in order to ensure that individuals with the condition are able to access appropriate care and support. Overall, the bill seeks to improve the understanding and management of sickle cell trait in the United States, with the ultimate goal of improving outcomes for individuals affected by this condition.
Congress
118

Number
HRES - 672

Introduced on
2023-09-08

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

9/8/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This resolution recognizes the challenges posed by sickle cell trait and sickle cell disease and encourages relevant screening, research, and surveillance. Sickle cell disease is a group of inherited disorders that cause abnormally shaped red blood cells.

Bill 118 HRES 672, also known as the "Calling for sickle cell trait research, surveillance, and public education and awareness, and for other purposes" bill, was introduced in the US Congress with the aim of addressing the issues related to sickle cell trait.

The bill calls for increased research on sickle cell trait, a genetic condition that affects the shape of red blood cells and can lead to serious health complications. It also calls for improved surveillance of sickle cell trait in order to better understand its prevalence and impact on individuals.

Additionally, the bill emphasizes the importance of public education and awareness about sickle cell trait, in order to ensure that individuals with the condition are able to access appropriate care and support. Overall, the bill seeks to improve the understanding and management of sickle cell trait in the United States, with the ultimate goal of improving outcomes for individuals affected by this condition.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedCalling for sickle cell trait research, surveillance, and public education and awareness, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Health

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Recent Activity

Latest Summary9/29/2023

This resolution recognizes the challenges posed by sickle cell trait and sickle cell disease and encourages relevant screening, research, and surveillance. Sickle cell disease is a group of inherited disorders that cause abnormally shaped red blo...


Latest Action9/8/2023
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.