119th Congress · Senate bill · Last action Sep 30, 2026
S.Res. 940Passed Senate
A resolution expressing support for the designation of September 2026 as "Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month" in order to educate communities across the United States about sickle cell disease and the need for research, early detection methods, effective treatments, and preventative care programs with respect to complications from sickle cell disease and conditions related to sickle cell disease.
Sponsor: Sen. Scott, Tim (R-SC)8 cosponsorsIntroduced Sep 30, 2026
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This resolution designates September 2026 as "Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month" to promote education about sickle cell disease and increase attention to research, early detection methods, effective treatments, and preventative care programs for the disease and related conditions. The resolution was introduced by Sen. Tim Scott (R-SC) and passed by unanimous consent.
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Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5299; text: CR S5270)
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Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
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Sep 30
SENATESubmitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5299; text: CR S5270)
Sep 30
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
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