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Community Health Worker Awareness Week: Recognizing Their Vital Role

This resolution supports designating September 18-22, 2023, as "National Community Health Worker Awareness Week." It aims to highlight their crucial role in improving access to healthcare and support for citizens, especially in underserved areas. Recognizing their work can lead to better funding and more individuals helping communities.
Key points
Support for community health workers means better access to health information and services for residents.
Recognizing their role can contribute to improved health outcomes in communities, especially those with limited access.
Promoting their work may encourage more people to take on this important role, strengthening local health support.
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Print number: 118_HRES_722
Sponsor: Rep. Ruiz, Raul [D-CA-25]
Process start date: 2023-09-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Supporting the designation of the week of September 18 through September 22, 2023, as "National Community Health Worker Awareness Week".

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HRES_722.

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 2023-09-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Support for community health workers means better access to health information and services for residents.
  • Recognizing their role can contribute to improved health outcomes in communities, especially those with limited access.
  • Promoting their work may encourage more people to take on this important role, strengthening local health support.
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. Ruiz, Raul [D-CA-25].

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 2025-12-24.

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