HRES. 524In Committee
Expressing support for the designation of June 19, 2025, as "World Sickle Cell Awareness Day" in order to increase public awareness across the United States and global community about sickle cell disease and the continued need for empirical research, early detection screenings, novel effective treatments leading to a cure, and preventative care programs with respect to complications from sickle cell anemia and conditions relating to sickle cell disease.
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What this bill does
Expresses support for designating June 19, 2025, as World Sickle Cell Awareness Day to raise awareness of sickle cell disease and the need for research, screening, treatment, and preventive care
Key points
- Express support for World Sickle Cell Awareness Day
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Status
In Committee
Latest action
2025-06-20 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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