Designating November 2025 as National Hospice and Palliative Care Month.
Sponsors
Legislative Progress
Ms. Rosen (for herself, Mr. Barrasso, Mrs. Fischer, and Ms. …
Summary
What This Bill Does
This Senate Resolution designates November 2025 as National Hospice and Palliative Care Month. It encourages Americans to learn more about end-of-life care options and to honor the people who provide these essential services.
Who Benefits and How
Hospice care providers, palliative care organizations, and their staff benefit from increased public awareness and recognition of their work. Family caregivers of seriously ill patients gain visibility and acknowledgment for their contributions. The millions of volunteers who support hospice programs are also recognized for their dedication.
Who Bears the Burden and How
As a commemorative resolution, this bill imposes no costs, mandates, or regulatory requirements on anyone. It is a non-binding expression of the Senate's sentiment with no legal or financial impact on taxpayers, healthcare providers, or any other party.
Key Provisions
- Officially designates November 2025 as National Hospice and Palliative Care Month
- Encourages public awareness of care options for patients with serious illnesses
- Promotes understanding of the benefits of early palliative care integration in treatment plans
- Highlights the importance of grief support for caregivers and families
- Recognizes the dedication of family caregivers, hospice staff, and volunteers
Evidence Chain:
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Primary Purpose
Designates November 2025 as National Hospice and Palliative Care Month and encourages Americans to increase awareness of hospice and palliative care services.
Policy Domains
Legislative Strategy
"Raise public awareness and recognition of hospice and palliative care services through a commemorative month designation"
Likely Beneficiaries
- Hospice care providers and organizations
- Palliative care providers
- Hospice and palliative care volunteers
- Patients with serious illnesses or injuries
- Family caregivers
Bill Structure & Actor Mappings
Who is "The Secretary" in each section?
- "the_senate"
- → United States Senate
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