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Supporting Tuberculosis Fight: Raising Awareness and Global Action

The U.S. Senate supports World Tuberculosis Day, emphasizing the need to raise awareness about the disease. This resolution aims to strengthen global efforts to combat tuberculosis, potentially improving public health and reducing the threat to citizens, including within the United States.
Key points
Highlighting tuberculosis as a serious global health threat with high treatment costs, especially for drug-resistant strains.
Commending organizations like USAID, CDC, and WHO for their efforts in TB elimination, including developing new diagnostics and treatments.
Reaffirming U.S. commitment to the global fight against TB, which aims to protect public health domestically as well.
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Print number: 117_SRES_569
Sponsor: Sen. Brown, Sherrod [D-OH]
Process start date: 2022-03-30
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution supporting the goals of World Tuberculosis Day to raise awareness about tuberculosis.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_SRES_569.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-03-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Highlighting tuberculosis as a serious global health threat with high treatment costs, especially for drug-resistant strains.
  • Commending organizations like USAID, CDC, and WHO for their efforts in TB elimination, including developing new diagnostics and treatments.
  • Reaffirming U.S. commitment to the global fight against TB, which aims to protect public health domestically as well.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Brown, Sherrod [D-OH].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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