Honoring the life of Percy Lavon Julian, a pioneer in the field of organic chemistry research and development and the first and only African American chemist to be inducted into the National Academy of Sciences.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (5 Feb 2007): Message on Senate action sent to the House.
What this bill does
This U.S. bill, H.Con.Res. 34, is a concurrent resolution that would formally honor the life and scientific achievements of Percy Lavon Julian. It recognizes him as a pioneering figure in organic chemistry, notably as the first and only African American chemist elected to the National Academy of Sciences. The resolution highlights his significant contributions, including developing processes to synthesize important drugs like physostigmine for glaucoma and cortisone for arthritis, making these treatments more accessible.
The bill affects the public by commemorating the legacy of a notable scientist, drawing attention to his work and its impact on medicine and the advancement of African Americans in science. It is a form of congressional tribute. The resolution was introduced in the House of Representatives in January 2007. Its latest action indicates that a message regarding Senate action was sent to the House in February 2007. As a concurrent resolution, if passed by both the House and the Senate, it expresses the sentiment of Congress.
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Timeline
5 Feb 2007
Message on Senate action sent to the House.
Common questions
- What does H.Con.Res. 34 do?
- This U.S. bill, H.Con.Res. 34, is a concurrent resolution that would formally honor the life and scientific achievements of Percy Lavon Julian. It recognizes him as a pioneering figure in organic chemistry, notably as the first and only African American chemist elected to the National Academy of Sciences. The resolution highlights his significant contributions, including developing processes to synthesize important drugs like physostigmine for glaucoma and cortisone for arthritis, making these treatments more accessible. The bill affects the public by commemorating the legacy of a notable scientist, drawing attention to his work and its impact on medicine and the advancement of African Americans in science. It is a form of congressional tribute. The resolution was introduced in the House of Representatives in January 2007. Its latest action indicates that a message regarding Senate action was sent to the House in February 2007. As a concurrent resolution, if passed by both the House and the Senate, it expresses the sentiment of Congress.
- Has H.Con.Res. 34 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.Con.Res. 34. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.Con.Res. 34?
- H.Con.Res. 34 was sponsored by Rep. Johnson, Eddie Bernice [D-TX-30] (D-TX), with 12 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Con.Res. 34?
- Message on Senate action sent to the House. (5 Feb 2007).
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