SR780

A resolution expressing support for the designation of June 19, 2026, as "World Sickle Cell Awareness Day" in order to increase public awareness across the United States and global community about sickle cell disease and the continued need for empirical research, early detection screenings, novel effective treatments leading to a cure, and preventative care programs with respect to complications from sickle cell anemia and conditions relating to sickle cell disease.

Introduced·6/18/26

A resolution to support June 19, 2026, as World Sickle Cell Awareness Day to raise awareness about sickle cell disease.

The resolution expresses support for designating June 19, 2026, as World Sickle Cell Awareness Day to increase awareness about sickle cell disease and the need for research, early detection, treatments, and preventative care. It highlights the global impact of sickle cell disease, the importance of newborn screening, and the need for equitable access to innovative therapies.

Included in complete analysis

  • Overview
  • Core Provisions
  • Implementation
  • Impact
  • Legal Framework
  • Critical Issues

See what it does, who it affects, and the critical issues in plain language. Free, 30 seconds.

Where it stands

Current
Foreign Relations Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

2
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jun 18

Senate

Submitted in Senate

Jun 18

Senate

Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S2939)