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AL HJR30
Joint Resolution
Status
Passed
2/21/2012
Primary Sponsor
Craig Ford
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AI Summary
- Designates the second week of May as Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Week in Alabama
- Recognizes that cystic fibrosis is one of the most common life-threatening genetic diseases in the United States with approximately 30,000 people nationwide affected and one in every 3,500 babies born with the disease
- Acknowledges the University of Alabama at Birmingham as an international leader in cystic fibrosis research and clinical care, including work by Dr. John P. Clancy on preliminary drugs treating underlying causes
- Urges all Alabamians to support ongoing research for improved treatment and a cure for cystic fibrosis
- Adopted by the House on February 9, 2012 and the Senate on February 16, 2012
Legislative Description
Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Week, designated
Resolutions, Designation
Last Action
Delivered to Governor at 5:23 p. m. on February 21, 2012.
2/21/2012
Committee Referrals
Rules2/9/2012
Rules2/7/2012
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