Expresses support for the goals and ideals of the National Kidney Foundation Kidney Walk.
[Congressional Bills 110th Congress]
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[H. Res. 439 Introduced in House (IH)]
110th CONGRESS
1st Session
H. RES. 439
Supporting the goals and ideals of the National Kidney Foundation
Kidney Walk.
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IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
May 24, 2007
Mr. Kuhl of New York (for himself and Mr. Kirk) submitted the following
resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce
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RESOLUTION
Supporting the goals and ideals of the National Kidney Foundation
Kidney Walk.
Whereas 20,000,000 Americans suffer from chronic kidney disease;
Whereas over 80,000 people die each year from chronic kidney disease;
Whereas over 335,000 people diagnosed with end-stage renal disease receive
dialysis at least three times a week;
Whereas over 17,000 kidney transplants were performed in 2006;
Whereas over 70,000 people are on the national waiting list for a kidney
transplant; and
Whereas the purpose of the National Kidney Foundation Kidney Walk is to
encourage Americans nationwide to become educated about early detection
and prevention of kidney disease and to promote awareness of organ
donation: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved, That the House of Representatives--
(1) supports the goals and ideals of the National Kidney
Foundation Kidney Walk; and
(2) recognizes all Americans suffering from chronic kidney
disease, and salutes health care professionals, volunteers,
donor families, and living donors.
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Introduced in House
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H6166)
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