Supporting the goals and ideals of National Celiac Awareness Month, and for other purposes.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (27 Feb 2007): Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
What this bill does
This resolution expresses Congress's support for National Celiac Awareness Month, which is designated as May by the Celiac Disease Foundation. It aims to promote the goals and ideals associated with raising awareness for celiac disease.
The resolution highlights that celiac disease, a genetic autoimmune disorder often referred to as gluten intolerance, affects approximately 1 in 133 people in the United States. It notes that many of those with the condition remain undiagnosed and that diagnosis can take many years. The bill suggests Congress should collaborate with healthcare providers and advocacy groups to encourage screening and early detection of celiac disease, and advocates for increased federal funding for celiac disease research.
The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives and referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. It was then sent to a subcommittee for further review. As a concurrent resolution, if passed by both the House and Senate, it would express the sentiment of Congress but would not become law.
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Timeline
27 Feb 2007
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Common questions
- What does H.Con.Res. 70 do?
- This resolution expresses Congress's support for National Celiac Awareness Month, which is designated as May by the Celiac Disease Foundation. It aims to promote the goals and ideals associated with raising awareness for celiac disease. The resolution highlights that celiac disease, a genetic autoimmune disorder often referred to as gluten intolerance, affects approximately 1 in 133 people in the United States. It notes that many of those with the condition remain undiagnosed and that diagnosis can take many years. The bill suggests Congress should collaborate with healthcare providers and advocacy groups to encourage screening and early detection of celiac disease, and advocates for increased federal funding for celiac disease research. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives and referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. It was then sent to a subcommittee for further review. As a concurrent resolution, if passed by both the House and Senate, it would express the sentiment of Congress but would not become law.
- Has H.Con.Res. 70 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.Con.Res. 70. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.Con.Res. 70?
- H.Con.Res. 70 was sponsored by Rep. Lowey, Nita M. [D-NY-18] (D-NY), with 49 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Con.Res. 70?
- Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. (27 Feb 2007).
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