United States · Resolution · SRES
S.Res. 596 (114th)
A resolution designating September 2016 as "Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month".
Introduced
29 September 2016
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Status
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S6276)
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10 August 2026
Summary
Designates September 2016 as Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month. (Pulmonary fibrosis is scarring of the lungs that causes breathing problems.) Expresses continued support for more robust and accelerated research to develop more effective treatments for pulmonary fibrosis and to ultimately find a cure for the disease. Recognizes the courage and contributions of individuals with pulmonary fibrosis who participate in clinical trials. Commends the dedication of those working to improve the quality of life of individuals with pulmonary fibrosis and the families of those individuals.
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Introduced in Senate (text)
Introduced in Senate · EN · 29 September 2016
Introduced in Senate (PDF)
Introduced in Senate · EN · 29 September 2016
Introduced in Senate
summary · EN · 29 September 2016
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- Official source: https://www.congress.gov/bill/114th-congress/senate-resolution/596
- Open data entity: https://api.congress.gov/v3/bill/114/sres/596