Bill · H.Res. 416· House(119-HRES-416)
Expressing support for the goals and ideals of "National Hypertension Awareness Month".
- Introduced
- 5/15/2025
- Last activity
- 5/15/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- Sponsored by
- Joyce Beatty
- Cosponsors
- None
- 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
This resolution expresses support for the goals and ideals of National Hypertension Awareness Month. It highlights that high blood pressure affects nearly half of all adults in the United States and contributes to nearly 500,000 deaths per year. The text points out that hypertension disproportionately impacts communities of color and socioeconomically disadvantaged individuals. It acknowledges the importance of early detection, proper management, and access to affordable health care services. Finally, the House of Representatives resolves to support awareness, education initiatives, and the work of health care professionals.
Yes· 3 of 4
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+1
The resolution highlights the importance of affordable medical treatments for socioeconomically disadvantaged individuals.
Would Black Americans be better off under this?+1
The resolution addresses disparities that disproportionately impact communities of color.
Does this make health care easier to get in general?+1
The resolution supports initiatives to improve healthcare access and affordability for hypertension management.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Support for Awareness and Education: The resolution encourages health care providers, public health agencies, and community organizations to continue educating and empowering individuals to monitor and manage their blood pressure effectively, which can be found in resolved paragraph (3). This is positive because it promotes education about prevention and management.
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Emphasis on Health Care Access: The text emphasizes the significance of access to affordable and comprehensive health care services and medical treatments to address hypertension, as noted in resolved paragraph (4). This is positive because such access is crucial for managing hypertension and improving health outcomes.
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Backing for Health Initiatives: The resolution supports initiatives that aim to improve health care access, affordability, and education regarding hypertension management and treatment options under resolved paragraph (5). This is positive as it aims to reduce the impact of high blood pressure on individuals and communities.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No Negative Impacts Identified: Based on the provided text, there are no specific sections or provisions that outline negative consequences, burdens, or penalties for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
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+1Good For Low Income Households+1
- Healthcare
- Improves Healthcare Access+1
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Racial Equity+1
- 5/15/2025
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.