Jeff Merkley (D-OR)
A resolution designating the first week of April 2025 as "National Asbestos Awareness Week".
A Democratic resolution with 2 Republican cosponsors · See all 7 cosponsors
Last activity — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1864; text: CR S1875)
Adopted
The chamber formally agreed to it, and for a resolution that is the finish line: what it says is now officially the chamber's position, rule or tribute.
Nothing more is needed. A resolution is how a chamber speaks for itself or sets its own rules, so adopting it is what puts it into effect. It is not a law, so there is nothing for the President to sign.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- Officially Recorded
- Adopted by the Senate unanimous consent
A Senate resolution is the Senate speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the Senate agrees to it, it is officially the Senate's word; it is not a law, so the House and the President have no part in it.
The Senate by unanimous consent (no one objected, so there was no vote): no senator's position on it was recorded.
What this bill would do
This resolution designates the first week of April 2025 as ``National Asbestos Awareness Week''. The measure aims to raise public awareness regarding the prevalence of asbestos-related diseases and the dangers of asbestos exposure. It urges the Surgeon General to warn and educate the public about the health hazards associated with asbestos. Additionally, the resolution requests that the Secretary of the Senate send a copy of the document to the Office of the Surgeon General.
Yes· 3 of 5
- Scored +5
Does this make health care easier to get in general?
The resolution promotes public health through education and early detection of asbestos-related diseases.
- Scored +4
Would union members be better off under this?
The resolution highlights the occupational cancer risks faced by thousands of workers exposed to asbestos.
- Scored +3
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?
The resolution addresses a health hazard relevant to many veterans who served on naval ships and in shipyards.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Increased Public Awareness: The designation of a specific week can help raise public awareness about the dangers of asbestos exposure and the prevalence of related diseases (Resolution Section 1).
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Health Education: By urging the Surgeon General to warn and educate the public, the bill aims to address the public health issue of asbestos exposure which may be hazardous to health (Resolution Section 2).
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Potential for Better Health Outcomes: The text notes that early detection of asbestos-related diseases might provide patients with increased treatment options and improved prognoses (Whereas clauses).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are explicitly mentioned in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would union members be better off under this? — The resolution highlights the occupational cancer risks faced by thousands of workers exposed to asbestos. Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — The resolution notes specific impacts on the community of Libby, Montana. Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together? — The resolution addresses a health hazard relevant to many veterans who served on naval ships and in shipyards.
- Healthcare
- Does this make health care easier to get in general? — The resolution promotes public health through education and early detection of asbestos-related diseases.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this better protect air, water and wildlife? — Raising awareness about asbestos exposure can lead to better environmental and occupational safety awareness.
- 3/26/2025
- Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
- Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1864; text: CR S1875)
- 7 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in Senate
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