House Passes Resolution to Recognize Cystic Fibrosis

July 15, 2008

The U.S. House of Representatives today passed a resolution to encourage public awareness and understanding of cystic fibrosis, and support research to find a cure for the disease. The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation applauds the House for this important achievement.

Introduced by co-chairs of the Congressional Cystic Fibrosis Caucus, Representatives Ed Markey (D-Mass.) and Cliff Stearns (R-Fl.), this legislation recognizes the unique challenges that face people with cystic fibrosis.

View Congressman Markey and Congressman Stearns' remarks on the CF Foundation's YouTube channel.

Read the full release.