Bill 118 HRES 708, also known as the "Malnutrition Awareness Week" bill, aims to support the designation of the week of September 18 through September 23, 2023, as a time to raise awareness about malnutrition. Malnutrition is a serious issue that affects millions of people around the world, including many in the United States.
The bill highlights the importance of recognizing and addressing malnutrition, which can have serious health consequences and impact individuals of all ages. By designating a specific week to focus on this issue, the hope is to educate the public about the causes and effects of malnutrition, as well as to promote efforts to prevent and treat it.
The bill does not propose any specific actions or funding allocations, but rather serves as a symbolic gesture to bring attention to the issue of malnutrition. It is a bipartisan effort to raise awareness and encourage action to address this important public health concern.
Overall, Bill 118 HRES 708 seeks to shine a spotlight on malnutrition and its impact on individuals and communities, with the goal of promoting greater understanding and support for efforts to combat this widespread issue.