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H.R. 1410 · 111th Congress · 2009–2010

Newborn, Child, and Mother Survival Act of 2009

H.R. 1410 in the 111th Congress (2009–2010) was introduced on Mar 10, 2009, sponsored by Betty McCollum with 95 co-sponsors.

During the 111th Congress (2009–2010), Barack Obama was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status
Introduced
Introduced
Mar 10, 2009
Co-sponsors
95
Policy area
International Affairs

What it does

Newborn, Child, and Mother Survival Act of 2009 - Amends the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 to authorize the President to furnish assistance to improve the health of newborns, children, and mothers in developing countries. Directs the President to develop a comprehensive U.S. government strategy to reduce mortality and improve the health of newborns, children, and mothers in developing countries.

Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.

Sponsor

Betty McCollum (D-MN). Co-sponsors: 89 Democrats, 6 Republicans.

Where it stands

  • IntroducedMar 10, 2009
  • Passed the House—
  • Passed the Senate—
  • Sent to the President—
  • Became law—

Latest action: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. (Mar 10, 2009)

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