A resolution expressing support for the designation of June 19, 2025, as "World Sickle Cell Awareness Day" in order to increase public awareness across the United States and global community about sickle cell disease and the continued need for empirical research, early detection screenings, novel effective treatments leading to a cure, and preventative care programs with respect to complications from sickle cell anemia and conditions relating to sickle cell disease.

7/16/2025, 1:30 AM

Summary of Bill SRES 292

The bill, designated as S.Res. 292 in the 119th Congress, aims to express support for recognizing June 19, 2025, as "World Sickle Cell Awareness Day" to raise awareness about sickle cell disease. The resolution highlights the importance of increasing public awareness in the United States and globally, emphasizing the need for empirical research, early detection screenings, effective treatments, and preventative care programs for sickle cell disease and related conditions.

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Current Status of Bill SRES 292

Bill SRES 292 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 18, 2025. Bill SRES 292 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on June 18, 2025. Bill SRES 292's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S3476) as of June 18, 2025

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 292

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Health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 292

A resolution expressing support for the designation of June 19, 2025, as "World Sickle Cell Awareness Day" in order to increase public awareness across the United States and global community about sickle cell disease and the continued need for empirical research, early detection screenings, novel effective treatments leading to a cure, and preventative care programs with respect to complications from sickle cell anemia and conditions relating to sickle cell disease.

Comments

Goldie Cole

42,242

9 months ago

I think it's great that they're raising awareness for sickle cell disease. How will this impact funding for research?

Matheo King

41,651

9 months ago

I don't really get why they're doing this. Seems like a waste of time. Did you know that this bill also includes provisions for educational programs on sickle cell disease?