The bill, as it was introduced in the House by Rep. Mary E. Flowers (D-31) on Nov. 30, 2018, "recognizes the profound effect that Henrietta Lacks and her "immortal cells" have had on millions of lives around the world," according to the General Assembly website.
The following house representatives also co-sponsored the bill: LaToya Greenwood (D-114) and Anne Stava-Murray (D-81).
The table below shows a history of actions for this bill through Jan. 10.
Actions
Date
Chamber
Action
March 26
House
Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. LaToya Greenwood
Feb. 14
House
Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Anne Stava-Murray
Jan. 10
House
Resolution Adopted
Jan. 10
House
Placed on Calendar Agreed Resolutions
Nov. 30, 2018
House
Prefiled with Clerk by Rep. Mary E. Flowers
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