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MO SCR20

Concurrent Resolution

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/15/2014

Primary Sponsor

Gina Walsh

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Origin

Senate

2014 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Designates September 26th of every year as Mesothelioma Awareness Day in Missouri
  • Mesothelioma is a rare cancer of the chest, lungs, heart, and abdomen lining caused by asbestos exposure with a latency period lasting decades
  • Approximately 2,500 to 3,000 cases of mesothelioma are reported annually in the United States, resulting in life expectancy of four to eighteen months after diagnosis
  • September 26th was chosen to remember victims, publicize dangers of asbestos exposure, offer hope to those with the disease, and highlight the need for research support and cure funding
  • Directs the Secretary of the Missouri Senate to send copies of the resolution to the Governor for approval or rejection

Legislative Description

Recognizes every September 26th as Mesothelioma Awareness Day

Last Action

H Calendar Senate Concurrent Resolutions - Third Reading

5/16/2014

Committee Referrals

Tourism And Natural Resources4/17/2014
Rules, Joint Rules, Resolutions & Ethics1/16/2014

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