Henrietta Lacks Congressional Gold Medal Act

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Explore the details of House Bill 7091 Henrietta Lacks Congressional Gold Medal Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Science, Technology, Communications. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/29/2022, 10:03 PM

Summary of Bill HR 7091

Bill 117 HR 7091, also known as the Henrietta Lacks Congressional Gold Medal Act, is a piece of legislation that aims to honor the life and contributions of Henrietta Lacks. Henrietta Lacks was an African American woman whose cells were taken without her consent in 1951 and used for medical research, leading to numerous scientific advancements.

The bill proposes awarding Henrietta Lacks with a Congressional Gold Medal, which is one of the highest civilian honors in the United States. The medal would be presented to her family in recognition of her significant impact on medical research and the field of science.

The legislation has garnered bipartisan support in Congress, with lawmakers from both parties recognizing the importance of honoring Henrietta Lacks and her legacy. Supporters of the bill believe that awarding her with a Congressional Gold Medal is a fitting tribute to her contributions to science and medicine. Overall, the Henrietta Lacks Congressional Gold Medal Act seeks to acknowledge and celebrate the life of Henrietta Lacks, whose cells have played a crucial role in numerous medical breakthroughs. The bill highlights the importance of recognizing the contributions of individuals like Lacks to the advancement of science and medicine.

Congressional Summary of HR 7091

Henrietta Lacks Congressional Gold Medal Act

This bill awards posthumously a Congressional Gold Medal in commemoration of Henrietta Lacks in recognition of her immortal cells which have made invaluable contributions to global health, scientific research, our quality of life, and patients' rights.

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Current Status of Bill HR 7091

Bill HR 7091 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 15, 2022. Bill HR 7091 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on March 15, 2022. Bill HR 7091's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committee on House Administration, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of March 15, 2022

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7091

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Science, Technology, Communications

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7091

Henrietta Lacks Congressional Gold Medal Act

To award posthumously a Congressional Gold Medal to Henrietta Lacks, in recognition of her immortal cells which have made invaluable contributions to global health, scientific research, our quality of life, and patients' rights.