Bill · H.Res. 1158· House(119-HRES-1158)
Recognizing the importance of sleep health and expressing support for the designation of the week of March 9 through March 13, 2026, as "Sleep Awareness Week".
- Introduced
- 4/9/2026
- Last activity
- 4/9/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- Sponsored by
- Madeleine Dean
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
H. Res. 1158 is a resolution that recognizes the importance of sleep health for overall well-being and safety. It expresses support for designating the week of March 9 through March 13, 2026, as "Sleep Awareness Week." The resolution highlights risks associated with sleep deprivation and notes disparities in sleep quality for Black Americans. It encourages public health officials, healthcare providers, educators, and parents to promote adequate sleep. Finally, it urges the people of the United States to prioritize their sleep health and discuss it with healthcare providers.
Yes· 3 of 25
Would Black Americans be better off under this?+4
Specifically recognizes the sleep health disparities affecting Black Americans.
Would children be better off under this?+3
Encourages parents and educators to promote adequate sleep for children.
Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this?+3
Promotes sleep health which is critical for development and general well-being.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Promotion of General Health: By supporting "Sleep Awareness Week" and the promotion of evidence-based sleep health practices, the resolution aims to improve the general health of the public.
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Encouragement of Professional Consultation: The resolution encourages people of the United States to discuss their sleep with their healthcare provider, which could lead to better personal health management.
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Public Health Advocacy: The resolution encourages public health officials, healthcare providers, educators, and parents to promote adequate sleep, which can help people avoid risks like impaired memory, elevated stress, and increased risk of injury.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- There are no negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups of people explicitly mentioned in the text of this resolution.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For African Americans+4Good For Children+3Good For Middle Aged+3Good For Retirees+3Good For Seniors+3Good For Students+3Good For Young Adults+3Good For Asian Americans+2Good For High Income Households+2Good For Hispanic Americans+2Good For Immigrants+2Good For L G B T Q Community+2Good For Low Income Households+2Good For Men+2Good For Middle Class Households+2Good For Native Americans+2Good For People With Disabilities+2Good For Rural Residents+2Good For Urban Residents+2Good For Veterans+2Good For White Americans+2Good For Women+2
- Healthcare
- Improves Healthcare Access+2Improves Mental Health Access+2
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Racial Equity+2
- 4/9/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
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Terri SewellDemocrat · Alabama