Expressing support for designation of the period beginning on September 21, 2009, and ending on September 25, 2009, as "National Health Information Technology Week".
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (9 Sep 2009): Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
What this bill does
This bill, H.Con.Res. 180, expresses Congress's support for designating the week of September 21-25, 2009, as "National Health Information Technology Week." It recognizes the importance of using technology in healthcare for improving quality and efficiency. The resolution encourages the President to issue a proclamation promoting the use of these systems throughout the U.S. health care system.
The bill affects all people in the United States by acknowledging the potential benefits of health information technology. It is a concurrent resolution, meaning it is passed by both the House of Representatives and the Senate. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives in September 2009 and was then referred to a subcommittee for further consideration.
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Timeline
9 Sep 2009
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Common questions
- What does H.Con.Res. 180 do?
- This bill, H.Con.Res. 180, expresses Congress's support for designating the week of September 21-25, 2009, as "National Health Information Technology Week." It recognizes the importance of using technology in healthcare for improving quality and efficiency. The resolution encourages the President to issue a proclamation promoting the use of these systems throughout the U.S. health care system. The bill affects all people in the United States by acknowledging the potential benefits of health information technology. It is a concurrent resolution, meaning it is passed by both the House of Representatives and the Senate. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives in September 2009 and was then referred to a subcommittee for further consideration.
- Has H.Con.Res. 180 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.Con.Res. 180. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.Con.Res. 180?
- H.Con.Res. 180 was sponsored by Rep. Kennedy, Patrick J. [D-RI-1] (D-RI), with 5 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Con.Res. 180?
- Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. (9 Sep 2009).
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