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H.R. 5919 · 110th Congress · 2007–2008

To make technical corrections regarding the Newborn Screening Saves Lives Act of 2007.

H.R. 5919 in the 110th Congress (2007–2008) became law — introduced on Apr 29, 2008, sponsored by Lucille Roybal-Allard.

During the 110th Congress (2007–2008), George W. Bush was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.

Status
Became law
Introduced
Apr 29, 2008
Co-sponsors
0
Policy area
Health
Public law
Public Law 110-237

What it does

Amends the Public Health Service Act to make technical corrections to the Newborn Screening Saves Lives Act of 2007. Revises the authorizations of appropriations from FY2008-FY2012 to FY2009-FY2013.

Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.

Sponsor

Lucille Roybal-Allard (D-CA)

Where it stands

  • IntroducedApr 29, 2008
  • Passed the HouseApr 30, 2008
  • Passed the SenateMay 2, 2008
  • Sent to the PresidentMay 19, 2008
  • Became lawMay 27, 2008

Latest action: Became Public Law No: 110-237. (May 27, 2008)

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