Supporting Rural Health Day: Improving Access to Care
This House Resolution supports National Rural Health Day, highlighting the challenges faced by rural residents in accessing healthcare. It aims to draw attention to issues like lack of insurance, transportation difficulties, and specialist shortages, which can lead to poorer health outcomes and shorter life expectancies. The document expresses a commitment to advancing policies that improve healthcare accessibility and affordability for millions of Americans living in rural areas.
Key points
Recognition and support for National Rural Health Day, observed on November 16, 2023, to honor rural communities and their contributions.
Highlighting health challenges faced by rural residents, including lower life expectancy and difficulties in accessing medical care due to uninsurance, transportation, and specialist shortages.
Commitment from the House of Representatives to promote policies that will improve healthcare accessibility and affordability in rural areas, directly impacting citizens' daily lives.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HRES_870
Sponsor: Rep. Harshbarger, Diana [R-TN-1]
Process start date: 2023-11-14