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Designating the week of September 18 through September 24, 2022, as "National Fall Prevention Awareness Week" to raise awareness about, and encourage the prevention of, falls among older adults.

12/29/2022, 7:18 PM

Summary of Bill HCONRES 107

Bill H.Con.Res. 107, also known as the "National Fall Prevention Awareness Week" bill, aims to designate the week of September 18 through September 24, 2022, as a time to raise awareness about and encourage the prevention of falls among older adults. The bill highlights the importance of addressing the issue of falls, which can have serious consequences for the health and well-being of older individuals.

The bill emphasizes the need for education and outreach efforts to inform older adults, their families, and caregivers about the risks of falls and the steps that can be taken to prevent them. This includes promoting exercise programs, home safety assessments, and other interventions that can help reduce the likelihood of falls.

By designating a specific week for fall prevention awareness, the bill seeks to draw attention to this important issue and encourage communities, organizations, and individuals to take action to protect older adults from the dangers of falls. Ultimately, the goal of the bill is to improve the quality of life for older adults by reducing the incidence of falls and the associated injuries and complications.

Congressional Summary of HCONRES 107

This concurrent resolution supports the designation of National Fall Prevention Awareness Week.

Current Status of Bill HCONRES 107

Bill HCONRES 107 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 20, 2022. Bill HCONRES 107 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on September 20, 2022.  Bill HCONRES 107's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of September 21, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HCONRES 107

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
44
Democrat Cosponsors
38
Republican Cosponsors
6
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HCONRES 107

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HCONRES 107

Designating the week of September 18 through September 24, 2022, as "National Fall Prevention Awareness Week" to raise awareness about, and encourage the prevention of, falls among older adults.
Designating the week of September 18 through September 24, 2022, as "National Fall Prevention Awareness Week" to raise awareness about, and encourage the prevention of, falls among older adults.

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