Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress Senate Bill SR661

Caption

A resolution designating the week of April 15 through April 21, 2024, as "National Osteopathic Medicine Week".

Impact

The resolution aims to raise awareness about the role of osteopathic medicine, which emphasizes a holistic, patient-centric approach. It acknowledges that osteopathic physicians are integral to public health preparedness, serving on the front lines of patient care across various medical specialties. This recognition could help bolster the profession's stature and encourage more individuals to pursue careers in osteopathic medicine, thereby enhancing healthcare delivery.

Summary

SR661 is a resolution that designates the week of April 15 through April 21, 2024, as 'National Osteopathic Medicine Week'. The resolution highlights the significant contributions of osteopathic physicians and medical students to the U.S. healthcare system, emphasizing their training at esteemed schools, particularly in rural areas. The bill recognizes the increasing number of osteopathic physicians, which has grown by more than 30 percent over the last five years, indicating a rising interest in the profession.

Contention

While the text of SR661 does not indicate major points of contention, resolutions of this nature can still prompt debate regarding the allocation of recognition to specific fields within medicine. Some may argue that spotlighting osteopathic medicine could overshadow other medical disciplines. However, the resolution appears to be broadly supportive and focuses on promoting the contributions of osteopathic physicians without explicit opposition noted in the discussions.

Companion Bills

US SR162

Related A resolution designating the week of April 17 through April 23, 2023, as "National Osteopathic Medicine Week".

Previously Filed As

US SR181

A resolution designating the week of April 14 through April 20, 2025, as "National Osteopathic Medicine Week".

US SR162

A resolution designating the week of April 17 through April 23, 2023, as "National Osteopathic Medicine Week".

US SR613

A resolution supporting the designation of the week of April 15 through April 19, 2024, as "National Work Zone Awareness Week".

US SR641

A resolution designating the week of April 7 through April 13, 2024, as "National Water Week".

US SR185

A resolution designating the week of April 21 through April 25, 2025, as "National Home Visiting Week".

US SR647

A resolution recognizing the designation of the week of April 11 through April 17, 2024, as the seventh annual "Black Maternal Health Week".

US SR645

A resolution designating the week of April 20 through April 28, 2024, as "National Park Week".

US SR161

A resolution designating the week of April 22 through April 30, 2023, as "National Park Week".

US HR274

Expressing support for the designation of the week of April 6 through April 12, 2025, as "National Water Week".

US SR180

A resolution designating the week of April 19 through April 27, 2025, as "National Park Week".

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OK SB929

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CA AB1278

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PA HR369

Recognizing the week of April 15 through 21, 2024, as "National Osteopathic Medicine Week" in Pennsylvania.

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