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Expressing support for the designation of May 2025 as "National Physical Fitness and Sports Month".

USA119th CongressHRES-423| House 
| Updated: 5/15/2025
Marc A. Veasey

Marc A. Veasey

Democratic Representative

Texas

Cosponsors (6)
Terri A. Sewell (Democratic)Henry C. "Hank" Johnson (Democratic)Don Bacon (Republican)Emilia Strong Sykes (Democratic)Eleanor Holmes Norton (Democratic)Nanette Diaz Barragán (Democratic)

Energy and Commerce Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This resolution expresses support for designating May 2025 as "National Physical Fitness and Sports Month" . It underscores the significant public health challenge of obesity in the United States, noting that nearly 42 percent of adults and almost 20 percent of children were obese between 2017 and 2020. The resolution highlights that certain demographic groups, including non-Hispanic Black and Hispanic individuals, face disproportionately higher rates of obesity. The bill emphasizes that unhealthy eating habits and insufficient physical activity contribute to this epidemic, leading to severe health risks such as high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, and various chronic conditions. It advocates for incorporating regular physical activity, recommending 30 minutes daily for adults and 60 minutes for children, alongside healthy eating. Ultimately, the resolution supports efforts to educate the public on the importance of a healthy and nutritious lifestyle to improve overall well-being and mitigate obesity-related diseases.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 118-1259
Expressing support for the designation of May 2024 as "National Physical Fitness and Sports Month".

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 118-359
Expressing support for the designation of May 2023 as "National Physical Fitness and Sports Month".
May 15, 2025
Submitted in House
May 15, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 118-1259
    Expressing support for the designation of May 2024 as "National Physical Fitness and Sports Month".


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 118-359
    Expressing support for the designation of May 2023 as "National Physical Fitness and Sports Month".


  • May 15, 2025
    Submitted in House


  • May 15, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Health

Expressing support for the designation of May 2025 as "National Physical Fitness and Sports Month".

USA119th CongressHRES-423| House 
| Updated: 5/15/2025
This resolution expresses support for designating May 2025 as "National Physical Fitness and Sports Month" . It underscores the significant public health challenge of obesity in the United States, noting that nearly 42 percent of adults and almost 20 percent of children were obese between 2017 and 2020. The resolution highlights that certain demographic groups, including non-Hispanic Black and Hispanic individuals, face disproportionately higher rates of obesity. The bill emphasizes that unhealthy eating habits and insufficient physical activity contribute to this epidemic, leading to severe health risks such as high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, and various chronic conditions. It advocates for incorporating regular physical activity, recommending 30 minutes daily for adults and 60 minutes for children, alongside healthy eating. Ultimately, the resolution supports efforts to educate the public on the importance of a healthy and nutritious lifestyle to improve overall well-being and mitigate obesity-related diseases.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 118-1259
Expressing support for the designation of May 2024 as "National Physical Fitness and Sports Month".

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 118-359
Expressing support for the designation of May 2023 as "National Physical Fitness and Sports Month".
May 15, 2025
Submitted in House
May 15, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 118-1259
    Expressing support for the designation of May 2024 as "National Physical Fitness and Sports Month".


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 118-359
    Expressing support for the designation of May 2023 as "National Physical Fitness and Sports Month".


  • May 15, 2025
    Submitted in House


  • May 15, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Marc A. Veasey

Marc A. Veasey

Democratic Representative

Texas

Cosponsors (6)
Terri A. Sewell (Democratic)Henry C. "Hank" Johnson (Democratic)Don Bacon (Republican)Emilia Strong Sykes (Democratic)Eleanor Holmes Norton (Democratic)Nanette Diaz Barragán (Democratic)

Energy and Commerce Committee

Health

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