H.R. 1245 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006
Johanna's Law
H.R. 1245 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) became law — introduced on Mar 10, 2005, sponsored by Darrell Issa with 257 co-sponsors.
During the 109th Congress (2005–2006), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Mar 10, 2005
- Co-sponsors
- 257
- Policy area
- Health
- Public law
- Public Law 109-475
What it does
Gynecologic Cancer Education and Awareness Act of 2005 or Johanna's Law - Amends the Public Health Service Act to direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to carry out a national campaign to increase the awareness and knowledge of health care providers and women with respect to gynecologic cancers.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Darrell Issa (R-CA). Co-sponsors: 146 Democrats, 110 Republicans, 1 Independent.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMar 10, 2005
- Passed the HouseNov 14, 2006
- Passed the SenateDec 8, 2006
- Sent to the PresidentJan 3, 2007
- Became lawJan 12, 2007
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 109-475. (Jan 12, 2007)
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