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Henrietta Lacks Congressional Gold Medal Act

HR 3498 · In committee · last action May 19, 2025

<p><strong>Henrietta Lacks Congressional Gold Medal Act </strong></p><p>This bill awards posthumously a Congressional Gold Medal in commemoration of Henrietta Lacks, in recognition of the contributions of her immortal cells to global health, scientific research, quality of life, and patients' rights. &nbsp;</p>

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Kweisi Mfume (D-MD)

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<p><strong>Henrietta Lacks Congressional Gold Medal Act </strong></p><p>This bill awards posthumously a Congressional Gold Medal in commemoration of Henrietta Lacks, in recognition of the contributions of her immortal cells to global health, scientific research, quality of life, and patients' rights. &nbsp;</p>