S.Res. 417 (112th): A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of National Public Health Week.

Introduced:
Mar 29, 2012 (112th Congress, 2011–2013)
Sponsor:
Sen. Jeff Merkley [D-OR]
Status:
Died (Referred to Committee)

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Status

This resolution was introduced on March 29, 2012, in a previous session of Congress, but was not enacted.

Progress
Introduced Mar 29, 2012
Referred to Committee Mar 29, 2012
Cosponsors
9 cosponsors (9D) (show)
Committees

Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions

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Last updated Mar 29, 2012.
3 pages

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3/29/2012--Introduced.
Expresses support for the goals and ideals of National Public Health Week. Encourages increased efforts and resources to improve the health of people in the United States through: (1) strategies to promote community health and prevent disease and injury, and (2) the strengthening of the public health system.

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