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H.Con.Res. 118

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H.Con.Res.118 - Expressing the sense of Congress that health workers deserve our profound gratitude and respect for their commitments and sacrifices in addressing the Ebola epidemic in West Africa.
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Committee
Latest Action · November 21, 2014
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Congress
113th (2013–2015)
Introduced
November 14, 2014
Cosponsors (12)
11D 1R
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Honors the commitment, courage, and sacrifices made by medical professionals, health care workers, government officials, military personnel, nongovernmental organizations, members of civil society, faith leaders, and volunteers engaged in the effort to combat Ebola. Calls on: (1) research and development groups and medical device companies to develop better ways to protect health workers from Ebola infection; and (2) the international community to increase its commitments of resources, services, and personnel to assist affected nations in addressing Ebola. Remains committed to mobilizing the resources and personnel necessary to fight the spread of Ebola and to protect U.S. national security and global health interests. Recognizes the need to address long-term solutions to Ebola, including by helping to build resilient public health systems.

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