H.R. 2941 · 111th Congress · 2009–2010
To reauthorize and enhance Johanna's Law to increase public awareness and knowledge with respect to gynecologic cancers.
H.R. 2941 in the 111th Congress (2009–2010) became law — introduced on Jun 18, 2009, sponsored by Rosa L. DeLauro with 156 co-sponsors.
During the 111th Congress (2009–2010), Barack Obama was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jun 18, 2009
- Co-sponsors
- 156
- Policy area
- Health
- Public law
- Public Law 111-324
What it does
Amends the Public Health Service Act to authorize appropriations for FY2012-FY2014 to carry out the national public awareness campaign for gynecologic cancers (Johanna's law). Requires the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) to consult with nonprofit gynecologic cancer organizations to determine the best practices for providing gynecologic cancer information and outreach services to varied populations.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Rosa L. DeLauro (D-CT). Co-sponsors: 120 Democrats, 36 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJun 18, 2009
- Passed the HouseSep 30, 2010
- Passed the SenateDec 10, 2010
- Sent to the PresidentDec 17, 2010
- Became lawDec 22, 2010
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 111-324. (Dec 22, 2010)
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Committees
- Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee
- Energy and Commerce Committee
More
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