Recognizing the health benefits of eating seafood as part of a balanced diet, and supporting the goals and ideals of National Seafood Month.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (24 Apr 2007): Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
What this bill does
This resolution, H.Con.Res. 125, would recognize the health benefits associated with eating seafood as part of a balanced diet. It also expresses support for National Seafood Month, which is observed annually in October. Specifically, the resolution encourages individuals to consume seafood at least twice a week.
The resolution aims to inform the public about potential health benefits, including lowering the risk of heart disease and obesity. It also highlights the role of seafood in providing omega-3 fatty acids, which are linked to cardiovascular and neurological health, including brain development in children.
Introduced in the House of Representatives in April 2007 by Representative Henry E. Brown, Jr. and cosponsored by several other representatives, the bill was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. It was subsequently sent to the Subcommittee on Health. As a concurrent resolution, if passed by both the House and the Senate, it would convey Congress's sentiment on the matter.
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Timeline
24 Apr 2007
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Common questions
- What does H.Con.Res. 125 do?
- This resolution, H.Con.Res. 125, would recognize the health benefits associated with eating seafood as part of a balanced diet. It also expresses support for National Seafood Month, which is observed annually in October. Specifically, the resolution encourages individuals to consume seafood at least twice a week. The resolution aims to inform the public about potential health benefits, including lowering the risk of heart disease and obesity. It also highlights the role of seafood in providing omega-3 fatty acids, which are linked to cardiovascular and neurological health, including brain development in children. Introduced in the House of Representatives in April 2007 by Representative Henry E. Brown, Jr. and cosponsored by several other representatives, the bill was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. It was subsequently sent to the Subcommittee on Health. As a concurrent resolution, if passed by both the House and the Senate, it would convey Congress's sentiment on the matter.
- Has H.Con.Res. 125 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.Con.Res. 125. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.Con.Res. 125?
- H.Con.Res. 125 was sponsored by Rep. Brown, Henry E., Jr. [R-SC-1] (R-SC), with 29 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Con.Res. 125?
- Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. (24 Apr 2007).
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