Recognizing the importance of sleep health and expressing support for the designation of the week of March 12 through March 18, 2023, as "Sleep Awareness Week".

12/15/2023, 3:51 PM

This resolution supports the designation of Sleep Awareness Week.

Bill 118 HRES 232, also known as the Sleep Awareness Week Resolution, is a piece of legislation that aims to recognize the importance of sleep health and show support for designating the week of March 12 through March 18, 2023, as "Sleep Awareness Week." The bill emphasizes the significance of adequate sleep in maintaining overall health and well-being.

The resolution highlights the impact of sleep deprivation on various aspects of life, including physical and mental health, cognitive function, and overall quality of life. It acknowledges that insufficient sleep can lead to a range of health issues, such as obesity, diabetes, heart disease, and mental health disorders.

Furthermore, the bill encourages individuals to prioritize their sleep health and take steps to improve their sleep habits. It also calls for increased awareness and education about the importance of sleep and the benefits of getting an adequate amount of rest each night. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 232 aims to raise awareness about the importance of sleep health and promote the designation of "Sleep Awareness Week" as a way to highlight the significance of getting enough sleep for overall well-being.
Congress
118

Number
HRES - 232

Introduced on
2023-03-14

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

3/14/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This resolution supports the designation of Sleep Awareness Week.

Bill 118 HRES 232, also known as the Sleep Awareness Week Resolution, is a piece of legislation that aims to recognize the importance of sleep health and show support for designating the week of March 12 through March 18, 2023, as "Sleep Awareness Week." The bill emphasizes the significance of adequate sleep in maintaining overall health and well-being.

The resolution highlights the impact of sleep deprivation on various aspects of life, including physical and mental health, cognitive function, and overall quality of life. It acknowledges that insufficient sleep can lead to a range of health issues, such as obesity, diabetes, heart disease, and mental health disorders.

Furthermore, the bill encourages individuals to prioritize their sleep health and take steps to improve their sleep habits. It also calls for increased awareness and education about the importance of sleep and the benefits of getting an adequate amount of rest each night. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 232 aims to raise awareness about the importance of sleep health and promote the designation of "Sleep Awareness Week" as a way to highlight the significance of getting enough sleep for overall well-being.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedRecognizing the importance of sleep health and expressing support for the designation of the week of March 12 through March 18, 2023, as "Sleep Awareness Week".

Policy Areas
Health

Potential Impact
Commemorative events and holidays
Health promotion and preventive care

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary3/28/2023

This resolution supports the designation of Sleep Awareness Week.


Latest Action3/24/2023
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.