Supporting the goals and ideals of National Sarcoidosis Awareness Month in April 2010 and supporting efforts to devote new resources to research the causes of the disease, environmental and otherwise, along with treatments and workforce strategies to support individuals with sarcoidosis and their families.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (15 Apr 2010): Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
What this bill does
This resolution expresses support for National Sarcoidosis Awareness Month in April 2010. It also supports efforts to increase resources for researching the causes of sarcoidosis, developing new treatments, and creating strategies to help individuals with the disease and their families. The resolution specifically notes the importance of studying how certain occupations might be linked to higher rates of sarcoidosis.
Sarcoidosis is a systemic disease with unknown origins that can affect various organs and may lead to disabling or fatal conditions. The resolution acknowledges that the disease disproportionately affects African-Americans and can be difficult to diagnose due to a lack of symptoms in many cases. It highlights historical instances where sarcoidosis was a significant diagnosis among specific worker groups.
The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives and referred to the Committee on Education and Labor. As a concurrent resolution, it expresses the sentiment of both the House and Senate. If passed by Congress, it would not enact new laws or allocate funding, but would serve as a statement of Congress's support for sarcoidosis awareness and research.
Plain-English summary generated by Bill100 AI from the official record. Always verify against the source below.
Official summary
Expresses support for: (1) the goals and ideals of National Sarcoidosis Awareness Month; and (2) research efforts to better understand the links between sarcoidosis and specific occupations where sarcoidosis is disproportionately represented.
Recognizes that sarcoidosis has played a prominent yet hidden role in America's workforce history.
Timeline
15 Apr 2010
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
Common questions
- What does H.Con.Res. 262 do?
- This resolution expresses support for National Sarcoidosis Awareness Month in April 2010. It also supports efforts to increase resources for researching the causes of sarcoidosis, developing new treatments, and creating strategies to help individuals with the disease and their families. The resolution specifically notes the importance of studying how certain occupations might be linked to higher rates of sarcoidosis. Sarcoidosis is a systemic disease with unknown origins that can affect various organs and may lead to disabling or fatal conditions. The resolution acknowledges that the disease disproportionately affects African-Americans and can be difficult to diagnose due to a lack of symptoms in many cases. It highlights historical instances where sarcoidosis was a significant diagnosis among specific worker groups. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives and referred to the Committee on Education and Labor. As a concurrent resolution, it expresses the sentiment of both the House and Senate. If passed by Congress, it would not enact new laws or allocate funding, but would serve as a statement of Congress's support for sarcoidosis awareness and research.
- Has H.Con.Res. 262 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.Con.Res. 262. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.Con.Res. 262?
- H.Con.Res. 262 was sponsored by Rep. Davis, Danny K. [D-IL-7] (D-IL), with 50 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Con.Res. 262?
- Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor. (15 Apr 2010).
Related bills in Health
Choices for Increased Mobility Act of 2026
Accelerating Access to Critical Therapies for ALS Reauthorization Act of 2026
Access to Medical Supplies Act
Lower Premiums, Faster Payments Act
More bills from Rep. Davis, Danny K. [D-IL-7]
Of inquiry requesting the President and directing the Secretary of Health and Human Services to transmit, respectively, certain documents to the House of Representatives relating to the effect on taxpayer and child privacy of the seizure by the so-called "Department of Government Efficiency" of legally-protected identity and financial data stored in the National Directory of New Hires and the Federal Parent Locator Service.
Computer and Internet Access Equity Act
Supporting the goals and ideals of Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month.
Expressing the sense of Congress regarding the need for further study of the neurological disorder dysnia.
Bill100 mirrors the public U.S. legislative record from Congress.gov and GovTrack and adds plain-English AI summaries. It is an information tool, not legal, compliance or lobbying advice, and it is not affiliated with the U.S. Congress or any government agency. AI summaries can simplify or omit detail — every bill links to the official source; verify there before you rely on it.