SRES. 780In Committee

A resolution expressing support for the designation of June 19, 2026, 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.

Expresses support for designating June 19, 2026, as World Sickle Cell Awareness Day to raise awareness of sickle cell disease and the need for research, screening, treatment, and preventive care

What this bill does

Expresses support for designating June 19, 2026, as World Sickle Cell Awareness Day to raise awareness of sickle cell disease and the need for research, screening, treatment, and preventive care

Key points
  • Express support for World Sickle Cell Awareness Day

Where it stands

Status
In Committee
Latest action
2026-06-18Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S2939)

Topics and policy areas

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