A resolution expressing support for the designation of June 19, 2026, 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.
Sponsored by Cory A. Booker DDemocrat, introduced . Policy area, as Congress files it: Health.
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Cosponsors
1 cosponsor.
| Member | Joined |
|---|---|
| Chris Van Hollen DDemocratOriginal cosponsor |
Text
| Version | Date | Our copy |
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| Introduced in Senate | Not checked yetThe official file |
Actions
- Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S2939)
- Submitted in Senate
Committees
- Foreign Relations Committee (Senate)Referred To, June 18, 2026
Hearings
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Who lobbied on this bill
Not checked yetNo lobbying report we hold names S.Res. 780.