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Supporting Telehealth Awareness Week and Permanent Access to Remote Healthcare.

This House Resolution supports designating September 15-21, 2024, as Telehealth Awareness Week. While symbolic, it recognizes remote healthcare as essential for millions, particularly Medicare beneficiaries and those in rural areas. The resolution urges federal action to ensure permanent, widespread access to telehealth services for all communities.
Key points
Focus on maintaining and expanding remote medical appointments, improving convenience and access, especially for vulnerable populations.
Highlights the critical role of telehealth for individuals with disabilities and those living in underserved or rural communities.
Urges federal steps to raise awareness, collect data, and promote permanent access to virtual healthcare options.
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Print number: 118_HRES_1428
Sponsor: Rep. Carter, Earl L. "Buddy" [R-GA-1]
Process start date: 2024-09-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Supporting the designation of the week of September 15, 2024, through September 21, 2024, as "Telehealth Awareness Week".

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HRES_1428.

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 2024-09-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Focus on maintaining and expanding remote medical appointments, improving convenience and access, especially for vulnerable populations.
  • Highlights the critical role of telehealth for individuals with disabilities and those living in underserved or rural communities.
  • Urges federal steps to raise awareness, collect data, and promote permanent access to virtual healthcare options.
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. Carter, Earl L. "Buddy" [R-GA-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

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