Expressing the need for enhanced public awareness of traumatic brain injury and support for the designation of a National Brain Injury Awareness Month.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (14 Mar 2007): Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
What this bill does
This resolution, H.Con.Res. 91, expresses Congress's recognition of the significant impact of traumatic brain injury (TBI) on individuals and their families. It highlights that TBI is a leading cause of death and disability, affecting at least 1.4 million Americans annually, with many experiencing permanent life-altering disabilities. The resolution also points out that most TBIs are preventable and that military personnel serving in recent conflicts are particularly affected.
The bill supports enhancing public awareness about TBI and advocates for the designation of a National Brain Injury Awareness Month. It encourages the President to issue a proclamation to establish such a month. This measure is intended to bring greater attention to the issue, which is described as a "silent epidemic" due to a lack of public awareness, and to acknowledge the need for more resources for those affected.
As a concurrent resolution, this bill requires approval from both the House of Representatives and the Senate. It was introduced in the House and has been referred to the Subcommittee on Health. If it passes both chambers, it would serve as an expression of Congress's sentiment on the matter.
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Official summary
Expresses support for the designation of National Brain Injury Awareness Month.
Timeline
14 Mar 2007
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Common questions
- What does H.Con.Res. 91 do?
- This resolution, H.Con.Res. 91, expresses Congress's recognition of the significant impact of traumatic brain injury (TBI) on individuals and their families. It highlights that TBI is a leading cause of death and disability, affecting at least 1.4 million Americans annually, with many experiencing permanent life-altering disabilities. The resolution also points out that most TBIs are preventable and that military personnel serving in recent conflicts are particularly affected. The bill supports enhancing public awareness about TBI and advocates for the designation of a National Brain Injury Awareness Month. It encourages the President to issue a proclamation to establish such a month. This measure is intended to bring greater attention to the issue, which is described as a "silent epidemic" due to a lack of public awareness, and to acknowledge the need for more resources for those affected. As a concurrent resolution, this bill requires approval from both the House of Representatives and the Senate. It was introduced in the House and has been referred to the Subcommittee on Health. If it passes both chambers, it would serve as an expression of Congress's sentiment on the matter.
- Has H.Con.Res. 91 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.Con.Res. 91. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.Con.Res. 91?
- H.Con.Res. 91 was sponsored by Rep. Pascrell, Bill, Jr. [D-NJ-8] (D-NJ), with 59 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Con.Res. 91?
- Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. (14 Mar 2007).
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