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Expressing support for the designation of September 2017 as "Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month".

USA115th CongressHRES-518| House 
| Updated: 9/15/2017
Erik Paulsen

Erik Paulsen

Republican Representative

Minnesota

Cosponsors (15)
Michael C. Burgess (Republican)Brett Guthrie (Republican)Bill Foster (Democratic)Brad R. Wenstrup (Republican)John J. Faso (Republican)Leonard Lance (Republican)Steve Cohen (Democratic)Ralph Lee Abraham (Republican)Larry Bucshon (Republican)Diana DeGette (Democratic)Janice D. Schakowsky (Democratic)James P. McGovern (Democratic)Susan W. Brooks (Republican)Cathy McMorris Rodgers (Republican)David P. Roe (Republican)

Health Subcommittee, Energy and Commerce Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
Supports the designation of Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month. (Pulmonary fibrosis is scarring of the lungs that causes breathing problems.) Expresses continued support for: (1) more robust and accelerated research to develop more effective treatments for pulmonary fibrosis and to ultimately find a cure for the disease, (2) federal efforts to ease administrative burdens on those suffering from pulmonary fibrosis and their families and caregivers, and (3) swift and efficient federal evaluation and approval of new treatments for pulmonary fibrosis. Recognizes the ongoing courage and contributions of individuals with pulmonary fibrosis who participate in clinical trials. Commends the dedication of those working to improve the quality of life of individuals with pulmonary fibrosis and the families and caregivers of those individuals.
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Timeline
Sep 13, 2017
Introduced in House
Sep 13, 2017
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Sep 14, 2017
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H7413)
Sep 15, 2017
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
  • September 13, 2017
    Introduced in House


  • September 13, 2017
    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.


  • September 14, 2017
    Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H7413)


  • September 15, 2017
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

International Affairs

Related Bills

  • SRES 115-276: A resolution designating September 2017 as "Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month".
  • HRES 115-1072: Expressing support for the designation of September 2018 as "Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month".
  • SRES 115-648: A resolution designating September 2018 as "Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month".
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Expressing support for the designation of September 2017 as "Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month".

USA115th CongressHRES-518| House 
| Updated: 9/15/2017
Supports the designation of Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month. (Pulmonary fibrosis is scarring of the lungs that causes breathing problems.) Expresses continued support for: (1) more robust and accelerated research to develop more effective treatments for pulmonary fibrosis and to ultimately find a cure for the disease, (2) federal efforts to ease administrative burdens on those suffering from pulmonary fibrosis and their families and caregivers, and (3) swift and efficient federal evaluation and approval of new treatments for pulmonary fibrosis. Recognizes the ongoing courage and contributions of individuals with pulmonary fibrosis who participate in clinical trials. Commends the dedication of those working to improve the quality of life of individuals with pulmonary fibrosis and the families and caregivers of those individuals.
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Timeline
Sep 13, 2017
Introduced in House
Sep 13, 2017
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Sep 14, 2017
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H7413)
Sep 15, 2017
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
  • September 13, 2017
    Introduced in House


  • September 13, 2017
    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.


  • September 14, 2017
    Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H7413)


  • September 15, 2017
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Erik Paulsen

Erik Paulsen

Republican Representative

Minnesota

Cosponsors (15)
Michael C. Burgess (Republican)Brett Guthrie (Republican)Bill Foster (Democratic)Brad R. Wenstrup (Republican)John J. Faso (Republican)Leonard Lance (Republican)Steve Cohen (Democratic)Ralph Lee Abraham (Republican)Larry Bucshon (Republican)Diana DeGette (Democratic)Janice D. Schakowsky (Democratic)James P. McGovern (Democratic)Susan W. Brooks (Republican)Cathy McMorris Rodgers (Republican)David P. Roe (Republican)

Health Subcommittee, Energy and Commerce Committee

International Affairs

Related Bills

  • SRES 115-276: A resolution designating September 2017 as "Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month".
  • HRES 115-1072: Expressing support for the designation of September 2018 as "Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month".
  • SRES 115-648: A resolution designating September 2018 as "Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month".
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
Cardiovascular and respiratory healthCommemorative events and holidaysCongressional tributesHealth personnelMedical researchSocial work, volunteer service, charitable organizations