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

USA119th CongressSRES-546| Senate 
| Updated: 12/16/2025
Jacky Rosen

Jacky Rosen

Democratic Senator

Nevada

Cosponsors (3)
Deb Fischer (Republican)John Barrasso (Republican)Tammy Baldwin (Democratic)
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
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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Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 117-849
A resolution designating November 2022 as "National Hospice and Palliative Care Month".

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 118-910
A resolution designating November 2024 as "National Hospice and Palliative Care Month".

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 118-478
A resolution designating November 2023 as "National Hospice and Palliative Care Month".

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 117-455
A resolution designating November 2021 as "National Hospice and Palliative Care Month".

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 116-783
A resolution designating November 2020 as "National Hospice and Palliative Care Month".
Dec 16, 2025
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8793; text: CR S8782)
Dec 16, 2025
Introduced in Senate
Dec 16, 2025
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 117-849
    A resolution designating November 2022 as "National Hospice and Palliative Care Month".


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 118-910
    A resolution designating November 2024 as "National Hospice and Palliative Care Month".


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 118-478
    A resolution designating November 2023 as "National Hospice and Palliative Care Month".


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 117-455
    A resolution designating November 2021 as "National Hospice and Palliative Care Month".


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 116-783
    A resolution designating November 2020 as "National Hospice and Palliative Care Month".


  • December 16, 2025
    Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8793; text: CR S8782)


  • December 16, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • December 16, 2025
    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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A resolution designating November 2025 as "National Hospice and Palliative Care Month".

USA119th CongressSRES-546| Senate 
| Updated: 12/16/2025
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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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 117-849
A resolution designating November 2022 as "National Hospice and Palliative Care Month".

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 118-910
A resolution designating November 2024 as "National Hospice and Palliative Care Month".

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 118-478
A resolution designating November 2023 as "National Hospice and Palliative Care Month".

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 117-455
A resolution designating November 2021 as "National Hospice and Palliative Care Month".

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 116-783
A resolution designating November 2020 as "National Hospice and Palliative Care Month".
Dec 16, 2025
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8793; text: CR S8782)
Dec 16, 2025
Introduced in Senate
Dec 16, 2025
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 117-849
    A resolution designating November 2022 as "National Hospice and Palliative Care Month".


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 118-910
    A resolution designating November 2024 as "National Hospice and Palliative Care Month".


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 118-478
    A resolution designating November 2023 as "National Hospice and Palliative Care Month".


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 117-455
    A resolution designating November 2021 as "National Hospice and Palliative Care Month".


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 116-783
    A resolution designating November 2020 as "National Hospice and Palliative Care Month".


  • December 16, 2025
    Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8793; text: CR S8782)


  • December 16, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • December 16, 2025
    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
Jacky Rosen

Jacky Rosen

Democratic Senator

Nevada

Cosponsors (3)
Deb Fischer (Republican)John Barrasso (Republican)Tammy Baldwin (Democratic)

Health

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
Commemorative events and holidaysCongressional tributesFamily relationshipsHealth personnelHealth promotion and preventive careLong-term, rehabilitative, and terminal careSocial work, volunteer service, charitable organizations