History Details

File #: 030189    Version: 1
Type: Resolution
Title: Proposing an amendment to Section 5-300 of the City Charter, relating to the functions of the Department of Health, by adding a new subsection (f) declaring that health care is an essential safeguard of human life and dignity, and that there is an obligation for the City of Philadelphia to ensure that every resident is able to realize this fundamental right, and requiring the Department to prepare a plan for universal health care coverage that permits everyone in the City of Philadelphia to obtain decent health care on a regular basis.
Mover: Seconder:
Result: Pass Tally: 160
Agenda note:
Minutes note:
Action: ADOPTED
Action text: A motion was made that this matter be ADOPTED. The motion carried by the following vote: