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Recognizing and Supporting Thalidomide Survivors and Their Financial Burdens.

The US Senate formally recognizes and expresses support for individuals born with congenital disabilities due to thalidomide exposure in the late 1950s. The resolution highlights the significant financial burdens faced by these survivors, who rely on adaptive technologies like wheelchairs and prosthetics. It urges the inclusion of their history and ongoing hardships in the narrative of US history.
Key points
Formal recognition by the Senate of thalidomide survivors and their unique, long-term health and financial challenges.
Urging the inclusion of thalidomide victims' history in US history to increase public and political awareness.
Highlighting the high costs of adaptive technologies (e.g., wheelchairs, prosthetics) for survivors often unable to maintain full-time employment.
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Print number: 118_SRES_714
Sponsor: Sen. Kennedy, John [R-LA]
Process start date: 2024-05-23
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution recognizing and supporting individuals born with congenital disabilities or malformations due to thalidomide exposure.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_SRES_714.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-05-23.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Formal recognition by the Senate of thalidomide survivors and their unique, long-term health and financial challenges.
  • Urging the inclusion of thalidomide victims' history in US history to increase public and political awareness.
  • Highlighting the high costs of adaptive technologies (e.g., wheelchairs, prosthetics) for survivors often unable to maintain full-time employment.
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. Kennedy, John [R-LA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

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Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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