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S. 1199

Introduced

Poison Center Network Enhancement Act of 2019

Introduced 4/11/2019•116th Congress•Senate

Latest Action

Held at the desk.

7/23/2019 • House

Summary

Poison Center Network Enhancement Act of 2019

This bill modifies and reauthorizes through FY2024 the national poison center network program. Specifically, the bill allows the use of other communication technologies (in addition to the national toll-free number) to access poison control centers and requires the program to include toxic exposure (in addition to poisoning) in nationwide media campaigns. Further, the bill modifies the waiver limitations for poison control center accreditation.

Passed Senate • 7/22/2019

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Topics & Subjects

Policy Area: Health
Congressional oversightEmergency communications systemsEmergency medical services and trauma careGovernment information and archivesHazardous wastes and toxic substancesHealth programs administration and fundingHealth promotion and preventive careLicensing and registrationsTelephone and wireless communication

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Sponsor & Cosponsors (2)

Party Breakdown

1
Democrats
1
Republicans
0
Independents

Sponsor

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Sen. Murray, Patty [D-WA]

Democrat • WA

Sponsored 4/11/2019

Cosponsors (1)

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Sen. Burr, Richard [R-NC]

R-NC

Joined 4/11/2019

Bill Journey

Originated in the Senate

Introduced

April 11, 2019

Committee Review

June 26, 2019

Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.

Floor Debate

July 22, 2019

Passed Chamber

Other Chamber

July 23, 2019

President

Enacted into Law

Text Versions (3)

Engrossed in Senate7/22/2019
Reported to Senate7/9/2019
Introduced in Senate4/11/2019

Details

Bill TypeS
Current StatusIntroduced
Cosponsors1