Loading chat...

OH HR144

Resolution

Official Source

Status

Passed

6/18/2013

Primary Sponsor

Mike Duffey

Click for details

Origin

House of Representatives

130th General Assembly (2013-2014)

AI Summary

  • Designates May 2013 as Ohio Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month
  • Cites approximately 30,000 children and adults in the United States currently treated for CF, with about 1,000 new cases diagnosed annually
  • Notes that cystic fibrosis is an autosomal recessive genetic disorder affecting the intestine, liver, pancreas, and lungs, with life expectancy now extending beyond age 40 due to medical advancements
  • Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to transmit copies of the resolution to the Central Ohio Chapter of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and Ohio news media

Legislative Description

Recognizing May 2013 as Ohio Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month.

Last Action

Adopted

6/18/2013

Full Bill Text

No bill text available