Recognizing the seriousness of widespread health care worker burnout in the United States and the need to strengthen health workforce well-being, and expressing support for the designation of March 18, 2024, as the inaugural "Health Workforce Well-Being Day of Awareness".

4/3/2024, 8:30 PM

Summary of Bill HRES 1089

Bill 118 HRES 1089, titled "Recognizing the seriousness of widespread health care worker burnout in the United States and the need to strengthen health workforce well-being, and expressing support for the designation of March 18, 2024, as the inaugural 'Health Workforce Well-Being Day of Awareness'", aims to address the growing issue of burnout among health care workers in the United States. The bill acknowledges the significant impact that burnout has on the well-being of health care professionals and the quality of care they are able to provide to patients.

The bill calls for increased support and resources to be allocated towards improving the well-being of health care workers, including measures to reduce stress, improve work-life balance, and provide access to mental health services. Additionally, the bill expresses support for the designation of March 18, 2024, as the inaugural "Health Workforce Well-Being Day of Awareness", in order to raise awareness about the importance of prioritizing the well-being of health care workers.

Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1089 highlights the urgent need to address the issue of burnout among health care workers and emphasizes the importance of strengthening the well-being of the health workforce in order to ensure the delivery of high-quality care to patients.

Congressional Summary of HRES 1089

This resolution expresses support for Health Workforce Well-Being Day of Awareness. The resolution also recognizes the seriousness of widespread health care worker burnout in the United States.

Current Status of Bill HRES 1089

Bill HRES 1089 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 19, 2024. Bill HRES 1089 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 19, 2024.  Bill HRES 1089's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of March 19, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 1089

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
4
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 1089

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

Health personnelHealth promotion and preventive careMental health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 1089

Recognizing the seriousness of widespread health care worker burnout in the United States and the need to strengthen health workforce well-being, and expressing support for the designation of March 18, 2024, as the inaugural "Health Workforce Well-Being Day of Awareness".Recognizing the seriousness of widespread health care worker burnout in the United States and the need to strengthen health workforce well-being, and expressing support for the designation of March 18, 2024, as the inaugural "Health Workforce Well-Being Day of Awareness".
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