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A resolution designating March 15, 2024, as "Long COVID Awareness Day".

3/26/2024, 4:13 AM

Summary of Bill SRES 590

Bill 118 S.Res. 590, also known as the "Long COVID Awareness Day" resolution, aims to designate March 15, 2024, as a day to raise awareness about the long-term effects of COVID-19, also known as "long COVID." The resolution highlights the importance of recognizing and addressing the ongoing health challenges faced by individuals who continue to experience symptoms long after their initial COVID-19 infection.

The resolution emphasizes the need for increased research, education, and support for individuals living with long COVID. It calls on healthcare providers, researchers, and policymakers to prioritize efforts to better understand and address the unique needs of long COVID patients. Additionally, the resolution encourages the public to learn more about the symptoms and impacts of long COVID and to support those affected by the condition.

By designating March 15, 2024, as "Long COVID Awareness Day," this resolution seeks to bring attention to the ongoing health crisis faced by individuals living with long COVID and to promote greater understanding and support for those affected.

Congressional Summary of SRES 590

This resolution designates March 15, 2024, as Long COVID Awareness Day.

The resolution also encourages relevant federal agencies to expand research efforts to develop effective treatments, diagnostics, and cures.

Current Status of Bill SRES 590

Bill SRES 590 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 14, 2024. Bill SRES 590 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on March 14, 2024.  Bill SRES 590's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S2416) as of March 14, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 590

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
1
Total Number of Cosponsors
12
Democrat Cosponsors
12
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 590

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 590

A resolution designating March 15, 2024, as "Long COVID Awareness Day".
A resolution designating March 15, 2024, as "Long COVID Awareness Day".

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