A resolution recognizing that the occurrence of prostate cancer in African American men has reached epidemic proportions and urging Federal agencies to address that health crisis by designating funds for education, awareness outreach, and research specifically focused on how that disease affects African American men.

Summary

Recognizes that prostate cancer has created a health crisis for African American men. Urges federal agencies to designate additional funds for research and education, awareness, and early detection efforts at the grassroots levels to end that crisis.

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Timeline

1. 27 September 2007

   Introduced

   Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S12293)

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2. 27 September 2007

   Introduced

   Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S12293-12294)

   Source: IntroReferral

3. 27 September 2007

   Introduced

   Introduced in Senate

   Source: IntroReferral

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Sponsors

• Sen. Kerry, John F. [D-MA] · D · Sponsor
• Sen. Cardin, Benjamin L. [D-MD] · D · Sponsor
• Sen. Schumer, Charles E. [D-NY] · D · Sponsor
• Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL] · D · Sponsor
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