Expressing support for the goals and ideals of "World Hearing Day".
HRES 193 is a symbolic House resolution expressing support for World Hearing Day, observed annually on March 3. It highlights the global scale of hearing loss - impacting 466 million people worldwide and 48 million Americans - along with associated health risks like falls, cognitive decline, and social isolation. The resolution encourages public awareness about preventing hearing loss and promotes ear and hearing care. It specifically urges improved access to hearing health services and technology for all individuals, without creating new laws or funding. This resolution has no direct policy impact but formally recognizes the importance of hearing health.
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Mar 2023
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Introduced Mar 1, 2023
Last action Mar 10, 2023
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Mar 10, 2023
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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Mar 1, 2023
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Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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Mar 1, 2023
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Introduced in House
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1 primary · 1 co-sponsor
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