Bills · HCONRES 52
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House Concurrent Res.HCONRES 52Health
Supporting the designation of the week of September 22 through September 28, 2025, as "National Falls Prevention Awareness Week" to raise awareness, and encourage the prevention, of falls among older adults.
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because falls are a major health crisis for older adults in the United States, leading to millions of injuries, emergency room visits, and tens of thousands of deaths annually. Beyond the personal suffering, these falls also incur enormous medical costs, much of which is covered by programs like Medicare and Medicaid. If this resolution passes, it won't enact new laws or provide direct funding, but it sends a clear message that Congress recognizes the severity of this issue and supports focused attention on fall prevention strategies.
If it becomes law, it could help amplify existing awareness campaigns and encourage more coordinated efforts among various groups to implement prevention programs. If it doesn't become law, the efforts to prevent falls will likely continue, but without this specific Congressional endorsement and the potential for a nationally recognized awareness week in 2025. It serves as a symbolic call to action, potentially galvanizing public and private initiatives to keep older adults safe.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Supports designating the week of September 22 through September 28, 2025, as "National Falls Prevention Awareness Week."
Aims to boost public recognition of fall risks and prevention methods for older adults.
PROVISION 02
Recognizes that effective and affordable programs already exist to prevent falls among older adults.
Highlights that solutions are available and encourages their wider adoption.
PROVISION 03
Supports the collaborative work of various groups, including government agencies, community organizations, and healthcare providers, in addressing fall risk factors.
Acknowledges and encourages the efforts of those working on the ground to prevent falls.
PROVISION 04
Encourages continued efforts to reduce and prevent falls.
Serves as a Congressional endorsement for sustained focus on this public health issue.
PROVISION 05
Supports Federal investments in falls prevention programs.
Expresses a desire for continued government financial support for programs that reduce falls.
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YRS IN OFFICE
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSSEP 26
Submitted in House
SEP 26
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Concurrent Resolution
NumberHCONRES 52
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedSep 26, 2025
Last actionSep 26, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · ENERGY AND COMMERCE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED SEP 26, 2025
House Concurrent Res.HCONRES 52Health
Supporting the designation of the week of September 22 through September 28, 2025, as "National Falls Prevention Awareness Week" to raise awareness, and encourage the prevention, of falls among older adults.
INTRODUCED SEP 26, 2025· LAST ACTION SEP 26, 2025
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COSPONSORS
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