Passed on 2026-04-14
Resolution · 119th Congress · SRES 669
A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of "Deep Vein Thrombosis and Pulmonary Embolism Awareness Month".
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Introduced 2026-04-14Topic: public health · health careCommemorativeSummary
AI-generated summary, report an errorThis Senate resolution supports the goals and ideals of "Deep Vein Thrombosis and Pulmonary Embolism Awareness Month." Deep vein thrombosis is a blood clot in a deep vein, and a pulmonary embolism happens when such a clot travels to the lung. The resolution states that these conditions affect as many as 900,000 people in the United States each year and kill an estimated 60,000 to 100,000. It recognizes the importance of raising awareness of these conditions. It does not create new programs or spend money.
Sponsors
- Chuck Grassley Republican sponsor
- 3 cosponsors
Action history
| Date | Chamber | Action | Status effect |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-14 | Senate | Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1745; text: CR S1744) | |
| 2026-04-14 | Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. | floor pass |