S.Res. 640 · 110th Congress
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that there should be an increased Federal commitment to…
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A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that there should be an increased Federal commitment to public health and the prevention of diseases and injuries for all people in the United States.
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Recognizes that it is imperative that the United States strengthen its public health system to provide people with the resources necessary to make healthier choices and live healthier lives and to protect people from health threats beyond their control.
What it does: CRS summary · Introduced in Senate · Jul 31, 2008
Recognizes that it is imperative that the United States strengthen its public health system to provide people with the resources necessary to make healthier choices and live healthier lives and to protect people from health threats beyond their control.
Commits to creating public health strategies to eliminate health disparities and improve the health of all people in the United States.
Expresses support for prioritizing public policies focusing on the prevention of disease and injury and calls for community-based programs to support healthy lifestyles.
Urges the expansion of clinical prevention activities, including screenings and immunizations.
Pledges to help significantly improve people's health by supporting increased investment in federal public health programs.
Written by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service. All summary versions on Congress.gov
About this bill and sources
Official title: A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that there should be an increased Federal commitment to public health and the prevention of diseases and injuries for all people in the United States.
Latest action (Jul 31, 2008): Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S7976-7977)
Policy area: Health · Origin: Senate · Introduced: Jul 31, 2008
Official page on Congress.gov · Bill text (GovInfo) · Status record (XML)
No recorded floor vote found.