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Supporting Telehealth Awareness Week

The House of Representatives supports designating "Telehealth Awareness Week." This aims to highlight telehealth's role in healthcare access, especially post-pandemic. Citizens can expect continued development and availability of remote medical services, making healthcare more accessible without unnecessary in-person visits.
Key points
Emphasizing telehealth's importance for healthcare access, especially for rural and underserved communities.
Increasing awareness about remote medical services, potentially saving time and improving access to specialists.
Supporting the continuation and growth of telehealth as a key part of the healthcare system, leading to greater flexibility in accessing medical services.
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Print number: 117_HRES_1352
Sponsor: Rep. Welch, Peter [D-VT-At Large]
Process start date: 2022-09-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Supporting the designation of "Telehealth Awareness Week".

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HRES_1352.

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 2022-09-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Emphasizing telehealth's importance for healthcare access, especially for rural and underserved communities.
  • Increasing awareness about remote medical services, potentially saving time and improving access to specialists.
  • Supporting the continuation and growth of telehealth as a key part of the healthcare system, leading to greater flexibility in accessing medical services.
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. Welch, Peter [D-VT-At Large].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.

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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