Reaffirming support of fundamental United States principles at the United Nations and encouraging the World Health Organization to embrace technological advancements in tobacco control.

Fact Sheet API

Bill Number

HRES 896

Introduced

Mar 11, 2020

Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

Sponsor

Cosponsors

Topics

Advanced technology and technological innovations Alliances Cardiovascular and respiratory health Drug safety, medical device, and laboratory regulation Drug, alcohol, tobacco use Health promotion and preventive care International Affairs International organizations and cooperation United Nations World health

Full Text

View Full Bill Text

Votes

Summary

This resolution directs the Department of State and the Department of Health and Human Services to encourage the United Nations and the World Health Organization to adopt policies to advance technology and innovation that can reduce the burden of death and disease caused from cigarette smoking.

Actions

Mar 11, 2020

Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Mar 11, 2020

Introduced in House

Amendments

Related Bills