S 2485 · 118th Congress · Science, Technology, Communications

Henrietta Lacks Congressional Gold Medal Act

Introduced 2023-07-25· Sponsored by Sen. Van Hollen, Chris [D-MD]· Senate

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Committee
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House
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Enacted
Latest: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.(2023-07-25)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Henrietta Lacks Congressional Gold Medal Act This bill awards posthumously a Congressional Gold Medal in commemoration of Henrietta Lacks in recognition of her immortal cells which have made invaluable contributions to global health, scientific research, our quality of life, and patients' rights.  …

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Cosponsors (1)

1 Democrat
Sen. Cardin, Benjamin L. [D-MD]MD