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.

This Senate resolution supports the goals of World Sickle Cell Awareness Day on June 19, 2026. It states that the Senate commits to equal access to new sickle cell disease treatments and supports removing barriers to cell and gene therapies in Medicare and Medicaid. It calls on the Department of Health and Human Services to create global policy solutions and, with local governments, provide resources for newborn screening, treatments, and support services. It also encourages the President to form a Sickle Cell Disease Interagency Group and encourages people to hold awareness events. The resolution does not create new law or spending.

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Sponsors

• Cory A. Booker Democrat sponsor
• 1 cosponsors