Bill · H.Res. 805· House(119-HRES-805)
Recognizing October 2025 as "American Pharmacists Month" in honor of the contribution of pharmacists to provide safe, accessible, affordable, and beneficial patient care services and products to all residents and protect the public health of our communities.
- Introduced
- 10/14/2025
- Last activity
- 10/14/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- Sponsored by
- Earl Carter
- 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
This resolution recognizes October 2025 as "American Pharmacists Month." It honors the contributions of pharmacists in providing safe, accessible, and affordable patient care services and products. The resolution notes that pharmacists help protect the public health of communities. It also highlights their role in ensuring medication therapy outcomes and patient adherence. Finally, the House of Representatives pledges to celebrate these contributions and work collaboratively with pharmacists.
Yes
Does this make health care easier to get in general?+3
The resolution highlights pharmacists as highly accessible providers who ensure safe and affordable patient care services.
Would students be better off under this?+2
The resolution acknowledges the role of the 47,000 student pharmacists currently in the field.
Would people with disabilities be better off under this?+1
The resolution emphasizes pharmacist contributions to medication adherence and chronic disease management which benefits those with diverse health needs.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Recognition of essential services: The resolution honors pharmacists for providing safe, accessible, affordable, and beneficial patient care services and products to all residents. (Resolution, Section 1)
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Celebration of health contributions: The House pledges to celebrate the contributions of pharmacists to the health and well-being of all people across every State. (Resolution, Section 2)
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Commitment to collaborative care: The resolution commits to working collaboratively with pharmacists and other health care providers to assist patients in overcoming illness and living healthier lives through chronic disease management and effective medicine use. (Resolution, Section 4)
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts identified: The provided text contains no provisions that would result in negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups of people.
Groups and Interests Ranking
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- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Students+2Good For People With Disabilities+1
- Healthcare
- Improves Healthcare Access+3
- 10/14/2025
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
Diana HarshbargerRepublican · Tennessee