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H.R. 4013 · 107th Congress · 2001–2002

To amend the Public Health Service Act to establish an Office of Rare Diseases at the National Institutes of Health, and for other purposes.

H.R. 4013 in the 107th Congress (2001–2002) became law — introduced on Mar 20, 2002, sponsored by John Shimkus.

During the 107th Congress (2001–2002), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held the House majority, while the Senate was split evenly.

Status
Became law
Introduced
Mar 20, 2002
Policy area
Health
Public law
Public Law 107-280

Sponsor

John Shimkus (R-IL)

Where it stands

  • IntroducedMar 20, 2002
  • Passed the HouseYes
  • Passed the SenateYes
  • Sent to the PresidentYes
  • Became lawNov 6, 2002

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From the Congressional Bills Project (Adler and Wilkerson), covering 1947–2002.

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