Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HR1089

Introduced
3/19/24  
Refer
3/19/24  

Caption

Recognizing the seriousness of widespread health care worker burnout in the United States and the need to strengthen health workforce well-being, and expressing support for the designation of March 18, 2024, as the inaugural "Health Workforce Well-Being Day of Awareness".

Impact

This resolution emphasizes the urgent requirement for actions to protect and support the mental health and overall well-being of health care workers. It calls for mobilizing efforts across multiple sectors—government, health systems, employers, and educational bodies—to contribute to creating supportive work environments. Such initiatives are believed to foster better retention and recruitment within the health care workforce, addressing underlying issues such as high turnover rates that threaten health system capacity and public health.

Summary

House Resolution 1089 aims to recognize the significant issue of widespread burnout among health care workers in the United States and promote the establishment of March 18, 2024, as the inaugural 'Health Workforce Well-Being Day of Awareness'. The resolution acknowledges the adverse effects of burnout on health care professionals, including physical and mental health issues that result in decreased productivity and quality of patient care. The rising rates of burnout among physicians and nurses, particularly in recent years, highlight the need for systemic support to enhance the well-being of the health workforce.

Contention

While the resolution aims to raise awareness and support positive developments for health care professionals, there may be debate regarding the extent of government involvement in directly solving the problems of workplace environment and mental health support. Critics might argue that simply designating a day of awareness is not sufficient, and stronger legislative measures may be needed to ensure lasting change in policies and practices within health organizations. Thus, the passage of this resolution could catalyze further discussions on how to effectively tackle the challenges of health worker well-being.

Companion Bills

US SR567

Related A resolution recognizing the seriousness of widespread health care worker burnout in the United States and the need to strengthen health workforce well-being, and expressing support for the designation of March 18, 2024, as the inaugural "Health Workforce Well-Being Day of Awareness".

Previously Filed As

US SR567

A resolution recognizing the seriousness of widespread health care worker burnout in the United States and the need to strengthen health workforce well-being, and expressing support for the designation of March 18, 2024, as the inaugural "Health Workforce Well-Being Day of Awareness".

US HCR18

Recognizing March 18, 2025, As The Inaugural Health Workforce Well-being Day Of Awareness.

US HR1206

Expressing support for the designation of May 2024 as "Mental Health Awareness Month".

US HR441

Expressing support for the designation of May 2025 as "Mental Health Awareness Month".

US HR1384

Recognizing the seriousness of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and expressing support for the designation of the month of September 2024 as "PCOS Awareness Month".

US HR235

Recognizing the importance of sleep health and expressing support for the designation of the week of March 9 through March 15, 2025, as "Sleep Awareness Week".

US HR1507

Recognizing the importance of diapers to infant health and family well-being, and expressing support for the designation of the week of September 23-29, 2024, as "National Diaper Need Awareness Week".

US HR175

Recognizing the seriousness of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and expressing support for the designation of the month of September as "PCOS Awareness Month".

US HR372

Expressing support for the designation of May 2023 as "Mental Health Awareness Month".

US HR232

Recognizing the importance of sleep health and expressing support for the designation of the week of March 12 through March 18, 2023, as "Sleep Awareness Week".

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