Bill

HRES 683

Supporting the designation of the week of September 8 through September 12, 2025, as "Malnutrition Awareness Week".

119th Congress Introduced by Don Bacon and 8 co-sponsors

HRES 683 designates September 8-12, 2025, as Malnutrition Awareness Week, promoting awareness and collaboration to combat malnutrition and improve nutrition access nationwide.

Submitted in House

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Bill Summary · HRES 683

Summary of HRES 683 - Malnutrition Awareness Week Resolution

Bill Overview

Bill Number: HRES 683
Title: Supporting the designation of the week of September 8 through September 12, 2025, as "Malnutrition Awareness Week"
Status: Submitted in House
Introduced: September 09, 2025
Classification: Resolution

Purpose and Intent

HRES 683 aims to formally recognize the week of September 8 through September 12, 2025, as "Malnutrition Awareness Week." The resolution seeks to raise awareness about malnutrition, its impacts, and the importance of nutrition in health care and community settings. It emphasizes the need for collaboration among various stakeholders to combat malnutrition effectively.

Key Provisions

The resolution includes several important recognitions and calls to action:

Designation Support: Supports the establishment of Malnutrition Awareness Week.
Recognition of Professionals: Acknowledges the efforts of registered dietitian nutritionists, health care providers, school food service workers, and others in promoting awareness and prevention of malnutrition.
Federal Nutrition Programs: Recognizes the significance of existing federal nutrition programs, such as those under the Older Americans Act and child nutrition programs, and advocates for increased funding.
Community Partnerships: Highlights the role of community-based organizations, food banks, and local agencies in addressing malnutrition, particularly in underserved areas.
Medical Nutrition Therapy: Emphasizes the importance of medical nutrition therapy under Medicare and the need for vulnerable populations to access nutrition counseling.
Research Acknowledgment: Recognizes the innovative research by the National Institutes of Health on nutrition and its impact on chronic diseases.
Broad Impact of Malnutrition: Notes that malnutrition affects individuals of all ages and backgrounds, advocating for early identification and intervention to reduce healthcare costs and complications.
Malnutrition Care Score: Encourages the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to implement the Malnutrition Care Score for adults.
Healthy Food Access for Children: Acknowledges the importance of healthy food access in childcare and school settings, supporting evidence-based nutrition standards.
National Health Goals: Asserts that addressing malnutrition is essential for achieving national objectives related to chronic disease prevention and healthy aging.

Affected Parties

The resolution impacts a wide range of stakeholders, including:
- Health care providers and nutrition professionals
- Community organizations and food banks
- Vulnerable populations requiring nutrition support
- Policymakers involved in nutrition and health care legislation

Legislative Actions

September 09, 2025: The resolution was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, as well as the Committees on Agriculture, Ways and Means, and Education and Workforce for consideration.

Related Legislation

SRES 378: A companion resolution in the Senate.

This resolution serves as a vital step towards increasing awareness and addressing the critical issue of malnutrition across the United States, promoting collaboration among various sectors to enhance nutritional health.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.