A resolution supporting the designation of the week of September 15 through September 21, 2024, as "Telehealth Awareness Week".

SRES 840 designates the week of September 15-21, 2024, as "Telehealth Awareness Week" to recognize telehealth's role in expanding healthcare access, especially for rural and underserved communities. The resolution urges efforts to raise public awareness about telehealth benefits, highlight resources for providers and patients, and promote continued access to telehealth services across diverse settings. It does not create new laws or funding but serves as a symbolic Senate statement supporting existing telehealth practices. The resolution references Medicare data showing widespread telehealth use and satisfaction among beneficiaries. This procedural resolution was introduced by Senators Schatz, Wicker, Cardin, Thune, Warner, and Hyde-Smith.