A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to provide grants to improve the quality and availability of care for individuals and families with HIV disease, and for other purposes.

S. 2240 in the 101st Congress (1989–1990) became law — introduced on Mar 6, 1990, sponsored by Ted Kennedy. Congress held 7 roll call votes on it.

During the 101st Congress (1989–1990), George H. W. Bush was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status: Became law
Introduced: Mar 6, 1990
Policy area: Health
Public law: Public Law 101-381

Sponsor

Ted Kennedy (D-MA)

Where it stands

IntroducedMar 6, 1990
Passed the SenateYes
Passed the HouseYes
Sent to the PresidentYes
Became lawAug 18, 1990

Every roll call vote on this bill

A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to provide grants to improve the quality and availability of…Senate · May 15, 1990
To amend title II to allow the use of funds for chronic illnesses in States with fewer than 100 aids cases.Senate · May 15, 1990
To prohibit the use of funds made available under this Act for the distribution of needles or bleach for…Senate · May 16, 1990
To prohibit the use of funds for needle distribution programs.Senate · May 16, 1990
To make it unlawful for any individual to knowingly donate, or sell, or to attempt to donate or sell blood…Senate · May 16, 1990
To condition the receipt of grants on the provision of assurances by State officials that State laws are…Senate · May 16, 1990
A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to provide grants to improve the quality and availability of…Senate · May 16, 1990

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