H.R. 389 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004
Automatic Defibrillation in Adam's Memory Act
H.R. 389 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) became law — introduced on Jan 27, 2003, sponsored by John Shimkus with 9 co-sponsors. Congress held 1 roll call vote on it.
During the 108th Congress (2003–2004), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jan 27, 2003
- Co-sponsors
- 9
- Policy area
- Health
- Public law
- Public Law 108-41
What it does
Automatic Defibrillation in Adam's Memory Act - Amends the Public Health Service Act to authorize the use of certain grant funds to establish a national information clearinghouse that provides information to increase public access to defibrillation in schools.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
John Shimkus (R-IL). Co-sponsors: 6 Democrats, 3 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJan 27, 2003
- Passed the HouseMar 12, 2003
- Passed the SenateJun 17, 2003
- Sent to the PresidentJun 20, 2003
- Became lawJul 1, 2003
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 108-41. (Jul 1, 2003)
How Congress voted
- On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass
House · Mar 12, 2003 · Passed415–0
Every roll call vote on this bill
- Automatic Defibrillation in Adam’s Memory ActHouse · Mar 12, 2003
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Committees
- Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee
- Energy and Commerce Committee
More
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