A resolution designating November 21, 2024, as "National Rural Health Day".

11/29/2024, 6:21 PM
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6707; text: CR S6728)
Bill 118 SRES 909, also known as a resolution designating November 21, 2024, as "National Rural Health Day," was introduced in the US Congress to recognize and celebrate the importance of rural health care in the United States. The resolution aims to raise awareness about the unique health care challenges faced by rural communities and the critical role that rural health care providers play in ensuring access to quality care for residents in these areas.

The resolution highlights the disparities in health care access and outcomes between rural and urban areas, emphasizing the need for continued support and investment in rural health care infrastructure. It also acknowledges the dedication and hard work of rural health care providers who often face limited resources and staffing shortages in their efforts to serve their communities.

By designating November 21, 2024, as "National Rural Health Day," the resolution seeks to bring attention to the importance of rural health care and to encourage ongoing efforts to improve access to quality care for rural residents. This recognition serves as a reminder of the vital role that rural health care providers play in promoting the health and well-being of individuals and families in rural America.
Congress
118

Number
SRES - 909

Introduced on
2024-11-21

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

11/21/2024

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6707; text: CR S6728)
Bill 118 SRES 909, also known as a resolution designating November 21, 2024, as "National Rural Health Day," was introduced in the US Congress to recognize and celebrate the importance of rural health care in the United States. The resolution aims to raise awareness about the unique health care challenges faced by rural communities and the critical role that rural health care providers play in ensuring access to quality care for residents in these areas.

The resolution highlights the disparities in health care access and outcomes between rural and urban areas, emphasizing the need for continued support and investment in rural health care infrastructure. It also acknowledges the dedication and hard work of rural health care providers who often face limited resources and staffing shortages in their efforts to serve their communities.

By designating November 21, 2024, as "National Rural Health Day," the resolution seeks to bring attention to the importance of rural health care and to encourage ongoing efforts to improve access to quality care for rural residents. This recognition serves as a reminder of the vital role that rural health care providers play in promoting the health and well-being of individuals and families in rural America.

Policy Areas
Health

Comments

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Theo Lawson
I don't get why they're making this "National Rural Health Day" thing on November 21, 2024. What's the point of it? How will it even help us in the long run? Will it actually make a difference in our healthcare system? I just don't see the benefit of...

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Camille Maxwell
I dunno much about this "National Rural Health Day" thing, but it sounds like a good idea, right? How will it help folks like me in the country? #confused

Recent Activity

Latest Action11/21/2024
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6707; text: CR S6728)