A resolution recognizing the critical role that PEPFAR has played in the global fight against HIV/AIDS.

1/2/2025, 8:55 PM

This resolution recognizes the role that the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), a program established in 2003 that invests in the international AIDS response, has played in the global fight against HIV/AIDS. It applauds the successes and accomplishments of PEPFAR and urges continued funding and support.

Bill 118 SRES 139 is a resolution that acknowledges the important contributions of the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) in combating the HIV/AIDS epidemic on a global scale. PEPFAR was established in 2003 by President George W. Bush and has since provided significant funding and support to countries around the world in their efforts to prevent, treat, and ultimately eradicate HIV/AIDS.

The resolution highlights the success of PEPFAR in expanding access to life-saving antiretroviral treatment for millions of people living with HIV/AIDS, as well as its efforts to prevent new infections through education, testing, and outreach programs. It also recognizes the program's role in strengthening healthcare systems in partner countries and promoting sustainable solutions to the HIV/AIDS crisis.

Furthermore, the resolution emphasizes the bipartisan support that PEPFAR has received in Congress over the years, with lawmakers from both parties recognizing the importance of continued funding and support for the program. It calls for continued commitment to PEPFAR's goals and objectives, as well as increased efforts to reach marginalized and vulnerable populations who are most at risk of HIV/AIDS. Overall, Bill 118 SRES 139 serves as a reminder of the critical role that PEPFAR has played in the global fight against HIV/AIDS and calls for continued support and investment in this important program.
Congress
118

Number
SRES - 139

Introduced on
2023-03-30

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

3/30/2023

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

This resolution recognizes the role that the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), a program established in 2003 that invests in the international AIDS response, has played in the global fight against HIV/AIDS. It applauds the successes and accomplishments of PEPFAR and urges continued funding and support.

Bill 118 SRES 139 is a resolution that acknowledges the important contributions of the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) in combating the HIV/AIDS epidemic on a global scale. PEPFAR was established in 2003 by President George W. Bush and has since provided significant funding and support to countries around the world in their efforts to prevent, treat, and ultimately eradicate HIV/AIDS.

The resolution highlights the success of PEPFAR in expanding access to life-saving antiretroviral treatment for millions of people living with HIV/AIDS, as well as its efforts to prevent new infections through education, testing, and outreach programs. It also recognizes the program's role in strengthening healthcare systems in partner countries and promoting sustainable solutions to the HIV/AIDS crisis.

Furthermore, the resolution emphasizes the bipartisan support that PEPFAR has received in Congress over the years, with lawmakers from both parties recognizing the importance of continued funding and support for the program. It calls for continued commitment to PEPFAR's goals and objectives, as well as increased efforts to reach marginalized and vulnerable populations who are most at risk of HIV/AIDS. Overall, Bill 118 SRES 139 serves as a reminder of the critical role that PEPFAR has played in the global fight against HIV/AIDS and calls for continued support and investment in this important program.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA resolution recognizing the critical role that PEPFAR has played in the global fight against HIV/AIDS.

Policy Areas
International Affairs

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Latest Summary11/21/2023

This resolution recognizes the role that the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), a program established in 2003 that invests in the international AIDS response, has played in the glob...


Latest Action3/30/2023
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S1096)