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US HRes683

US HRes683
Supporting the designation of the week of September 8 through September 12, 2025, as "Malnutrition Awareness Week".


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Introduced
09/09/2025
In Committee
09/09/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

119th Congress

Bill Summary

Supporting the designation of the week of September 8 through September 12, 2025, as "Malnutrition Awareness Week".

AI Summary

This resolution supports the designation of the week of September 8 through September 12, 2025, as "Malnutrition Awareness Week" and addresses the critical issue of malnutrition in the United States. The resolution recognizes malnutrition as a significant problem affecting people across all demographics, with particular emphasis on vulnerable populations such as communities of color, children, older adults, and those with chronic diseases. It highlights the complex social and economic factors contributing to malnutrition, including poverty, food insecurity, and limited access to healthcare. The resolution acknowledges the work of nutrition professionals, healthcare providers, and community organizations in addressing malnutrition, and supports existing federal nutrition programs like the Older Americans Act and child nutrition programs. It calls for increased awareness, early identification, and intervention to reduce healthcare costs and long-term health complications. Additionally, the resolution encourages research into nutrition and its impact on health, supports the implementation of nutrition quality measures, and emphasizes the importance of healthy food access, particularly for children. The ultimate goal is to promote national objectives related to chronic disease prevention, healthy aging, and equitable access to good health for all individuals.

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Business and Industry

Sponsors (8)

Last Action

Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Agriculture, Ways and Means, and Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. (on 09/09/2025)

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