S.Res. 108 · 114th Congress

A resolution commemorating the discovery of the polio vaccine and supporting efforts to eradicate the disease.

Stage
Passed chamber resolution
Introduced
2015-03-24
Latest action
2015-10-21 · Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions discharged by Unanimous Consent.

Summary

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

Commends the work of Jonas Salk and Albert Sabin in developing effective, safe vaccines for polio.

Supports the Global Polio Eradication Initiative's goals and ideals and the international community in remaining committed to the eradication of polio.

Encourages continued funding for the Global Polio Eradication Initiative and scientific research so that more life-saving discoveries can be made.