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Expressing support for the goals of "World Sight Day" by promoting the importance of accessible, affordable, and inclusive eye care.

12/29/2022, 1:34 PM

Summary of Bill HRES 1437

Bill 117 H.Res. 1437, also known as the "World Sight Day" resolution, aims to express support for the goals of World Sight Day by promoting the importance of accessible, affordable, and inclusive eye care. The resolution recognizes the global impact of vision impairment and blindness, and highlights the need for increased awareness and action to address these issues.

The resolution emphasizes the importance of eye health and the impact it has on individuals, families, and communities. It calls for increased efforts to ensure that all individuals have access to quality eye care services, regardless of their socio-economic status or geographic location.

Furthermore, the resolution encourages collaboration between government agencies, non-profit organizations, and the private sector to work towards improving eye health outcomes and reducing the prevalence of preventable blindness. It also calls for increased funding for research and programs aimed at preventing and treating vision impairment. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 1437 seeks to raise awareness about the importance of eye care and to promote policies and initiatives that will improve access to affordable and inclusive eye care services for all individuals.

Congressional Summary of HRES 1437

This resolution supports the goals and ideals of World Sight Day.

Current Status of Bill HRES 1437

Bill HRES 1437 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since October 14, 2022. Bill HRES 1437 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on October 14, 2022.  Bill HRES 1437's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of October 17, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 1437

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 1437

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 1437

Expressing support for the goals of "World Sight Day" by promoting the importance of accessible, affordable, and inclusive eye care.
Expressing support for the goals of "World Sight Day" by promoting the importance of accessible, affordable, and inclusive eye care.

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