A concurrent resolution recognizing the life and legacy of Henrietta Lacks during Women's History Month.
United States115th CongressSCONRES-11Senate
Updated: Mar 22, 2017
Summary
Celebrates, during Women's History Month, the life and legacy of Henrietta Lacks. Honors Lacks as a hero of modern medicine for contributions to the medical discoveries resulting from her HeLa cells, which helped make possible some of the most important medical advances of the last century. Recognizes her legacy, which has contributed to developments in bioethics and patient rights.
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HCONRES-38: Recognizing the life and legacy of Henrietta Lacks during Women's History Month.Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1934)
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