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Recognizing the importance of sleep health and expressing support for the designation of the week of March 9 through March 13, 2026, as "Sleep Awareness Week".

USA119th CongressHRES-1158| House 
| Updated: 4/9/2026
Madeleine Dean

Madeleine Dean

Democratic Representative

Pennsylvania

Cosponsors (1)
Terri A. Sewell (Democratic)

Energy and Commerce Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This resolution emphasizes the critical role of sleep health in maintaining overall health, well-being, and safety, citing statistics on widespread sleep deprivation and its severe consequences, including increased risks of chronic diseases and mental health issues. It highlights disparities in sleep quality and quantity among different populations, underscoring the need for greater awareness and intervention. The House of Representatives officially supports the designation of the week of March 9 through March 13, 2026, as " Sleep Awareness Week ," aligning with the long-standing efforts of the National Sleep Foundation. This support extends to the goals and initiatives of the awareness week, aiming to advance evidence-based sleep health practices and improve public health outcomes. Furthermore, the resolution encourages various stakeholders, including public health officials, healthcare providers, educators, and parents, to actively promote adequate sleep. It also urges the people of the United States to prioritize their sleep health, adopt good sleep habits, and engage in discussions about sleep with their healthcare providers, while recognizing the ongoing importance of policies to improve sleep health.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 118-232
Recognizing the importance of sleep health and expressing support for the designation of the week of March 12 through March 18, 2023, as "Sleep Awareness Week".

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 117-984
Recognizing the importance of sleep health and expressing support for the designation of the week of March 13 to March 19, 2022, as "Sleep Awareness Week".
Apr 9, 2026
Submitted in House
Apr 9, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 118-232
    Recognizing the importance of sleep health and expressing support for the designation of the week of March 12 through March 18, 2023, as "Sleep Awareness Week".


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 117-984
    Recognizing the importance of sleep health and expressing support for the designation of the week of March 13 to March 19, 2022, as "Sleep Awareness Week".


  • April 9, 2026
    Submitted in House


  • April 9, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Recognizing the importance of sleep health and expressing support for the designation of the week of March 9 through March 13, 2026, as "Sleep Awareness Week".

USA119th CongressHRES-1158| House 
| Updated: 4/9/2026
This resolution emphasizes the critical role of sleep health in maintaining overall health, well-being, and safety, citing statistics on widespread sleep deprivation and its severe consequences, including increased risks of chronic diseases and mental health issues. It highlights disparities in sleep quality and quantity among different populations, underscoring the need for greater awareness and intervention. The House of Representatives officially supports the designation of the week of March 9 through March 13, 2026, as " Sleep Awareness Week ," aligning with the long-standing efforts of the National Sleep Foundation. This support extends to the goals and initiatives of the awareness week, aiming to advance evidence-based sleep health practices and improve public health outcomes. Furthermore, the resolution encourages various stakeholders, including public health officials, healthcare providers, educators, and parents, to actively promote adequate sleep. It also urges the people of the United States to prioritize their sleep health, adopt good sleep habits, and engage in discussions about sleep with their healthcare providers, while recognizing the ongoing importance of policies to improve sleep health.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 118-232
Recognizing the importance of sleep health and expressing support for the designation of the week of March 12 through March 18, 2023, as "Sleep Awareness Week".

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 117-984
Recognizing the importance of sleep health and expressing support for the designation of the week of March 13 to March 19, 2022, as "Sleep Awareness Week".
Apr 9, 2026
Submitted in House
Apr 9, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 118-232
    Recognizing the importance of sleep health and expressing support for the designation of the week of March 12 through March 18, 2023, as "Sleep Awareness Week".


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 117-984
    Recognizing the importance of sleep health and expressing support for the designation of the week of March 13 to March 19, 2022, as "Sleep Awareness Week".


  • April 9, 2026
    Submitted in House


  • April 9, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Madeleine Dean

Madeleine Dean

Democratic Representative

Pennsylvania

Cosponsors (1)
Terri A. Sewell (Democratic)

Energy and Commerce Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted