Passed on 2026-09-30
Resolution · 119th Congress · SRES 940
A resolution expressing support for the designation of September 2026 as "Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month" in order to educate communities across the United States about sickle cell disease and the need for research, early detection methods, effective treatments, and preventative care programs with respect to complications from sickle cell disease and conditions related to sickle cell disease.
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Introduced 2026-09-30Topic: health careCommemorativeSummary
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Sponsors
- Tim Scott Republican sponsor
- 8 cosponsors
Action history
| Date | Chamber | Action | Status effect |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-30 | Senate | Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5299; text: CR S5270) | |
| 2026-09-30 | Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. | floor pass |