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Recognizing Vitamin D Benefits for Respiratory Health and COVID-19

This House Resolution highlights the importance of vitamin D for health, especially concerning respiratory infections and COVID-19. It encourages health agencies to issue guidance on vitamin D intake for elderly and immunocompromised individuals, potentially improving public health outcomes.
Key points
Recognizes the benefits of vitamin D in preventing respiratory infections and reducing COVID-19 complications.
Urges health agencies to issue official guidance on vitamin D intake for at-risk groups.
Highlights the high prevalence of vitamin D deficiency in the population, particularly among certain ethnic groups.
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Print number: 117_HRES_116
Sponsor: Rep. Grothman, Glenn [R-WI-6]
Process start date: 2021-02-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Recognizing the benefits of vitamin D intake for preventing respiratory infection and COVID-19 complications, and to encourage the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Food and Drug Administration to issue guidance on vitamin D intake for elderly and immunocompromised individuals during the coronavirus pandemic.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HRES_116.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-02-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Recognizes the benefits of vitamin D in preventing respiratory infections and reducing COVID-19 complications.
  • Urges health agencies to issue official guidance on vitamin D intake for at-risk groups.
  • Highlights the high prevalence of vitamin D deficiency in the population, particularly among certain ethnic groups.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Grothman, Glenn [R-WI-6].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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