CONGRESS FOR VOTERS

Chuck Grassley (R-IA)

A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of "Deep Vein Thrombosis and Pulmonary Embolism Awareness Month".

S.Res. 669 · Senate resolution Health

A Republican resolution with 2 Democratic cosponsors · See all 3 cosponsors

Last activity — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1745; text: CR S1744)

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

  1. Introduced
  2. Officially Recorded
  3. 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 supports the goals and ideals of "Deep Vein Thrombosis and Pulmonary Embolism Awareness Month." It highlights that DVT and PE are serious, life-threatening, and often preventable medical conditions. The text notes that these conditions affect up to 900,000 people and cause many deaths in the United States annually. It also points out specific risk factors such as cancer, pregnancy, and immobility. Finally, the resolution seeks to establish March as a month to raise awareness about these conditions.

Yes· 3 of 4

  • Scored +2

    Would people over 65 be better off under this?

    The resolution notes that older age is a risk factor for DVT and PE, and awareness may help mitigate these risks.

  • Scored +2

    Would women be better off under this?

    The resolution highlights that pregnancy increases the risk of DVT and PE, making awareness specifically relevant to women.

  • Scored +2

    Does this make health care easier to get in general?

    The resolution aims to raise awareness of preventable medical conditions to help people understand and prevent them.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.