12.05.22

Senate Unanimously Passes Congressman Barr’s CAROL Act

‘Last year, Congressman Barr channeled his grief into action and wrote the Cardiovascular Advances in Research and Opportunities Legacy, or CAROL, Act… And last week, the Senate passed the CAROL Act by unanimous consent, moving this legislation one step closer to becoming law… It is a fitting tribute to Carol Barr’s wonderful life and legacy, and it is important legislation in its own right.’

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding the CAROL Act:

“Two years ago, Kentucky mourned the sudden, tragic loss of our friend Carol Leavell Barr.

“At only 39 years old, Carol suffered a fatal heart attack, likely caused by an illness known as valvular heart disease. She left behind two young daughters and our cherished colleague Congressman Andy Barr. Carol Barr led an extraordinary life, devoted to serving others.

“Last year, Congressman Barr channeled his grief into action and wrote the Cardiovascular Advances in Research and Opportunities Legacy, or CAROL, Act.

“I introduced a companion bill in the Senate alongside the senior Senator for Arizona. And last week, the Senate passed the CAROL Act by unanimous consent, moving this legislation one step closer to becoming law.

“The legislation embodies Carol Barr’s humanitarian spirit. It will encourage new research into valvular heart disease and greater awareness of the illness.

“Eight million Americans live with this disease, many without any apparent symptoms. Approximately 25,000 of our fellow citizens lose their lives every year, often suddenly.

“The CAROL Act is dedicated to sparing other families the tragedy that hit the Barrs. It is a fitting tribute to Carol Barr’s wonderful life and legacy, and it is important legislation in its own right.

“I want to thank all my colleagues for their support. I look forward to enacting the CAROL Act into law soon.”

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