SENATE 2485118th CongressRead twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Henrietta Lacks Congressional Gold Medal Act
- Last Action
- 7/25/2023
Actions
- 2023-07-25Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
- 2023-07-25Introduced in Senate
CRS Summary
As of 2023-07-25 (00)
Henrietta Lacks Congressional Gold Medal Act
This bill awards posthumously a Congressional Gold Medal in commemoration of Henrietta Lacks in recognition of her immortal cells which have made invaluable contributions to global health, scientific research, our quality of life, and patients' rights.
Cosponsors (1)
- Ben Cardin (D-MD)
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