1970 Senate Hearing on the National Digestive Diseases and Nutrition Act
July 20, 2026
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The Frame
The hearing represents the legislative process for determining federal investment in digestive health research and the potential creation of specialized national health programs.
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United States Senate
The Senate is responsible for reviewing and potentially passing the legislation discussed.
Medical research community
The proposed act would impact the structure and funding of research into digestive diseases and nutrition.
Last recorded activity July 20, 2026.
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Summary
Key Facts
- The hearing was held on August 31, 1970, by the Senate Subcommittee on Health.
- The subject of the hearing was S. 3063, titled the National Digestive Diseases and Nutrition Act.
- The hearing took place during the second session of the 91st Congress.
- The primary purpose was to gather testimony and information regarding the proposed national program for digestive diseases and nutrition.
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Why It Matters
The hearing represents the legislative process for determining federal investment in digestive health research and the potential creation of specialized national health programs.
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Historical focus on digestive health
The hearing highlights an early legislative effort to formalize federal research specifically for digestive diseases and nutrition.
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