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MO SCR4

Concurrent Resolution

Status

Passed

4/13/2015

Primary Sponsor

Gina Walsh

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Origin

Senate

2015 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Designates September 26th as Mesothelioma Awareness Day in Missouri every year
  • Mesothelioma is a rare cancer of the chest, lungs, heart, and abdomen lining caused by asbestos exposure, with 2,500 to 3,000 cases reported annually in the United States
  • Life expectancy after diagnosis is typically 4 to 18 months due to the disease's long latency period of decades between exposure and detection
  • Mesothelioma Awareness Day was started by Meso Foundation volunteers in 2004 to remember victims, publicize asbestos dangers, and promote research funding
  • Requires the Secretary of the Missouri Senate to send copies of the resolution to the Governor for approval

Legislative Description

Recognizes every September 26th as Mesothelioma Awareness Day

Last Action

Signed by Governor

4/13/2015

Committee Referrals

Select Committee on Commerce3/4/2015
Trade and Tourism2/12/2015
Rules, Joint Rules, Resolutions & Ethics1/15/2015

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