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H.Res. 208 (109th)

Recognizing the University of Pittsburgh, Dr. Jonas Salk, the University of Michigan, and Dr. Thomas Frances, Jr., on the fiftieth anniversary of the discovery and the declaration that the Salk vaccine was potent, virtually eliminating the disease and its harmful effects.

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Introduced

12 April 2005

Last action

20 April 2005 · Floor

Status

The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.

Sponsors

Rep. Murphy, Tim [R-PA-18], Rep. Doyle, Michael F. [D-PA-14], Rep. McNulty, Michael R. [D-NY-23], Rep. Payne, Donald M. [D-NJ-10], Rep. Hinchey, Maurice D. [D-NY-22], Rep. Hart, Melissa A. [R-PA-4], Del. Bordallo, Madeleine Z. [D-GU-At Large], Rep. Platts, Todd Russell [R-PA-19], Rep. English, Phil [R-PA-3], Rep. Fitzpatrick, Michael G. [R-PA-8], Rep. Peterson, John E. [R-PA-5], Rep. Gerlach, Jim [R-PA-6], Rep. Schwartz, Allyson Y. [D-PA-13], Rep. Holden, Tim [D-PA-17], Rep. Weldon, Curt [R-PA-7], Rep. Case, Ed [D-HI-1], Rep. Dent, Charles W. [R-PA-15], Rep. Shuster, Bill [R-PA-9], Rep. Towns, Edolphus [D-NY-10], Rep. Fattah, Chaka [D-PA-2], ROBERT BRADY, Rep. Skelton, Ike [D-MO-4], Rep. Smith, Christopher H. [R-NJ-4], Rep. Neugebauer, Randy [R-TX-19], Rep. Sullivan, John [R-OK-1], Rep. Boehner, John A. [R-OH-8], Rep. Ros-Lehtinen, Ileana [R-FL-27], Rep. Chocola, Chris [R-IN-2], Rep. Pitts, Joseph R. [R-PA-16], Rep. Weldon, Dave [R-FL-15], Rep. King, Steve [R-IA-4], Rep. Sherwood, Don [R-PA-10], Rep. Royce, Edward R. [R-CA-39], Rep. Cantor, Eric [R-VA-7], Rep. Ryun, Jim [R-KS-2], Rep. Ney, Robert W. [R-OH-18], Rep. Turner, Michael R. [R-OH-10], Rep. Harris, Katherine [R-FL-13], Rep. Bonner, Jo [R-AL-1], Rep. Bachus, Spencer [R-AL-6], Rep. Burgess, Michael C. [R-TX-26], Rep. Bono, Mary [R-CA-44], Rep. Kanjorski, Paul E. [D-PA-11], Rep. Shimkus, John [R-IL-15], Sen. Blackburn, Marsha [R-TN], Rep. Wilson, Joe [R-SC-2], Rep. Sabo, Martin Olav [D-MN-5], Rep. Murtha, John P. [D-PA-12]

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Summary

Recognizes the University of Pittsburgh on the fiftieth anniversary of the milestone discovery of the Salk polio vaccine, and the pioneering achievement of Dr. Jonas Salk and his University research team in the vaccine's development. States the appreciation of the House of Representatives to: (1) the University of Pittsburgh for the elimination of a disease that caused countless deaths and disabling consequences; (2) the members of Dr. Salk's research team; (3) the individuals, a majority of whom were Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, residents, who generously agreed to participate in the vaccine clinical trials; and (4) the family members of Dr. Salk for their participation in medical history.

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Timeline

  1. 12 April 2005

    Introduced

    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

    Source: IntroReferral

  2. 12 April 2005

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

  3. 12 April 2005

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

  4. 18 April 2005

    Referred

    Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

    Source: Committee

  5. 20 April 2005

    Passed

    The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.

    Source: Floor

  6. 20 April 2005

    Vote

    On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 422 - 0 (Roll no. 114). (text: CR H2171-2172)

    Source: Floor

  7. 20 April 2005

    Passed

    Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

    Source: Floor

  8. 20 April 2005

    Vote

    Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 422 - 0 (Roll no. 114).(text: CR H2171-2172)

    Source: Floor

  9. 20 April 2005

    Floor

    Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H2171-2174)

    Source: Floor

  10. 20 April 2005

    Vote

    At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.

    Source: Floor

  11. 20 April 2005

    Floor

    DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 208.

    Source: Floor

  12. 20 April 2005

    Floor

    Mr. Murphy moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.

    Source: Floor

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