Expressing the sense of Congress that urgent action is needed to limit the hardship endured by senior citizens when meeting their prescription drug needs.
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Just introduced
What it doesSummary introduced in house (Jul 13, 1999)
Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) prescription drug accessibility is crucial to the well-being of senior citizens; (2) prescription drug costs should not prohibit seniors from taking the vital steps necessary to maintain their health; (3) extending prescription drug benefits to seniors should not require the creation of extensive new bureaucracies, regulations, or price controls; and (4) Congress should pursue legislative measures to address this matter as soon as possible.
What just happenedOct 4, 2000
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H8796)
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in HouseJul 13, 1999
- Oct 4, 2000IntroReferralB00100
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H8796)
- Jul 21, 1999CommitteeH11000
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health and Environment.
Health and Environment Subcommittee - Jul 14, 1999IntroReferralB00100
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H5461)
- Jul 13, 1999IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on Commerce.
Energy and Commerce Committee - Jul 13, 1999IntroReferralIntro-H
Introduced in House
- Jul 13, 1999IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House