A resolution designating November 2025 as "National Hospice and Palliative Care Month".

United States119th CongressSRES-546Senate
Updated: Dec 16, 2025

Summary

This resolution officially designates November 2025 as "National Hospice and Palliative Care Month" to raise public understanding and awareness. It emphasizes that palliative care and hospice services empower individuals to live as fully as possible despite serious illnesses, providing critical support for patients and their families. The resolution highlights the importance of ensuring equitable access to these services for all individuals in need, regardless of age, race, ethnicity, or socioeconomic status. The measure encourages the public to learn about the benefits of integrating palliative care early into treatment plans and the significance of grief support for caregivers and loved ones. It recognizes the dedication of millions of family caregivers and tens of thousands of palliative care and hospice staff and volunteers. Furthermore, the resolution promotes observing "National Hospice and Palliative Care Month" with appropriate activities and programs to further educate communities on these vital healthcare options.

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  1. Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8793; text: CR S8782)

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  2. Introduced in Senate

  3. Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.

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