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MO SCR2

Concurrent Resolution

Official Source

Status

Passed

7/2/2015

Primary Sponsor

Jamilah Nasheed

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Origin

Senate

2015 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Designates November as "Pica Awareness Month" in Missouri annually
  • Pica is an eating disorder characterized by persistent craving and compulsive eating of non-food substances such as chalk, hair, dirt, sand, and household cleaners
  • The disorder most commonly affects people with developmental disabilities including autism, children ages 2-3, pregnant women, and those with epilepsy, brain injuries, or nutritional deficiencies
  • Health consequences include iron-deficiency anemia, lead poisoning, bowel obstruction, and death
  • Encourages citizens to participate in awareness activities such as wearing the color orange

Legislative Description

Designates the month of November as Pica Awareness Month in Missouri

Last Action

Signed by Governor

7/2/2015

Committee Referrals

Select Committee on Commerce4/8/2015
Trade and Tourism4/2/2015
Rules, Joint Rules, Resolutions & Ethics1/8/2015

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