United States 117th Congress Status: In Committee Bipartisan · 4 D · 3 R cosponsors

HRES 997 — Recognizing the 100th anniversary of the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer and the importance of Commission on Cancer-accredited programs in ensuring comprehensive, high-quality, patient-centered cancer care.

Last action — Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

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    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed House
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    Passed Senate
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill died with 117th Congress. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

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In plain language

The resolution celebrates the 100th anniversary of the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer.

This resolution recognizes the centennial of the Commission on Cancer and highlights its role in promoting high-quality cancer care. It acknowledges the importance of accreditation for cancer programs in improving patient outcomes and ensuring comprehensive care.

Summary

This resolution commemorates the 100th anniversary of the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer. The commission establishes cancer care standards in health care settings and accredits cancer programs that meet those standards.

Bill Text

Action History

  1. Introduced in House

  2. Introduced in House

  3. Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

  4. Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

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1 sponsors · 6 co-sponsors · 540 not signed on

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Frequently asked questions

What does HRES 997 do?
This resolution commemorates the 100th anniversary of the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer. The commission establishes cancer care standards in health care settings and accredits cancer programs that meet those standards.
Who sponsors HRES 997?
HRES 997 is sponsored by Higgins, Brian (Democratic), Fitzpatrick, Brian K. (Republican), Kilmer, Derek (Democratic), Kelly, Mike (Republican), Wasserman Schultz, Debbie (Democratic), Bacon, Don (Republican), and Butterfield, G. K. (Democratic).
What is the current status of HRES 997?
This bill died with 117th Congress. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
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