S. 843 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006
Combating Autism Act of 2006
S. 843 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) became law — introduced on Apr 19, 2005, sponsored by Rick Santorum with 48 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
- Apr 19, 2005
- Co-sponsors
- 48
- Policy area
- Health
- Public law
- Public Law 109-416
What it does
Combating Autism Act of 2006 - (Sec. 2) Amends the Public Health Service Act to rewrite provisions governing National Institutes of Health (NIH) autism research. Authorizes the Director of NIH to consolidate program activities to improve program efficiencies and outcomes. Requires the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Director of NIH, to review and report to Congress on NIH centers of excellence.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Rick Santorum (R-PA). Co-sponsors: 27 Democrats, 20 Republicans, 1 Independent.
Where it stands
- IntroducedApr 19, 2005
- Passed the SenateAug 3, 2006
- Passed the HouseDec 6, 2006
- Sent to the PresidentDec 11, 2006
- Became lawDec 19, 2006
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 109-416. (Dec 19, 2006)
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Committees
- Energy and Commerce Committee
- Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee
More
From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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