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H.Res. 1381 · 110th Congress

Resolution expressing the sense of the House that there should be an increased public and private commitment…

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Resolution expressing the sense of the House that there should be an increased public and private commitment prioritizing prevention and public health for all people in the United States.

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5 signed on when it was introduced; the rest joined later. Cosponsors who withdrew aren't shown.

  1. House Introduced Jul 29, 2008
  2. House Passed Sep 23, 2008

Recognizes that it is imperative that this nation strengthen its public health system to: (1) encourage all persons to obtain the information and educational resources they need to make healthier choices and live healthier lives; and (2) protect people from health threats beyond their control.

What it does: CRS summary · Passed House amended · Sep 23, 2008

Recognizes that it is imperative that this nation strengthen its public health system to: (1) encourage all persons to obtain the information and educational resources they need to make healthier choices and live healthier lives; and (2) protect people from health threats beyond their control.

Encourages the creation of public health strategies to improve improve the health of all people in the United States.

Expresses support for public and private partnerships focusing on the prevention of disease and injury and encourages community-based programs to support healthy lifestyles.

Emphasizes the importance of the prevention strategies of daily aspirin therapy, smoking cessation, colorectal cancer screening, annual flu immunizations, and breast cancer screening.

Declares that the congressional budget process should reflect the savings associated with investments in the prevention of disease and injury. Encourages the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) to consider the savings associated with a reduced chronic disease burden due to preventive services and programs when formulating its health care cost estimates.

Expresses support for helping the United States be the healthiest nation by encouraging an increased focus on public health and prevention efforts.

Written by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service. All summary versions on Congress.gov

About this bill and sources

Official title: Resolution expressing the sense of the House that there should be an increased public and private commitment prioritizing prevention and public health for all people in the United States.

Latest action (Sep 23, 2008): The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.

Policy area: Health · Origin: House · Introduced: Jul 29, 2008

Official page on Congress.gov · Bill text (GovInfo) · Status record (XML)

  1. House Introduced Jul 29, 2008
  2. House Passed Sep 23, 2008

No recorded floor vote found.