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HRES 1195118th CongressFailed / ExpiredHouse

Expressing support for the goals and ideals of National Speech-Language-Hearing Month.

Policy Area: Health
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Origin Chamber
House
Last Updated
Nov 21, 2024
Latest Action Date
May 10, 2024

Latest Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

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Executive Summary

House Resolution 1195 from the 118th Congress expresses support for the goals and ideals of National Speech-Language-Hearing Month. The resolution aims to recognize and promote awareness of speech, language, and hearing disorders and the professionals who provide related services. The bill was referred to the Subcommittee on Health but did not advance further and is currently classified as failed or expired. No detailed legislative text or summary is available beyond its title and referral status.

Bottom Line

H.Res. 1195 is a non-binding resolution supporting National Speech-Language-Hearing Month that did not progress beyond committee referral and contains no enforceable provisions or funding.

Policy Risk Level
🟢 Low
Neutral Risk Assessment
Key Points
  • The bill formally expresses support for National Speech-Language-Hearing Month, highlighting awareness of communication disorders.
  • It was introduced in the House and referred to the Subcommittee on Health on May 10, 2024.
  • The resolution has no legislative text or summary available and is currently classified as failed or expired.
Who Benefits?

['Individuals with speech, language, and hearing disorders', 'Speech-language pathologists, audiologists, and related healthcare professionals', 'Organizations promoting awareness and treatment of communication disorders']

Potential Concerns

['As a non-binding resolution, it carries no direct implementation or funding requirements.', 'Lack of detailed legislative text limits clarity on specific actions or commitments.', 'No oversight or enforcement mechanisms are included.']

Political Context

The resolution fits within broader congressional practices of recognizing awareness months to promote public understanding of health issues. It was referred to a relevant subcommittee but did not advance, reflecting typical legislative attrition for non-binding resolutions without accompanying policy measures.

Hidden Impact Review

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Clear Review

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Indirect Effects

['May increase public and professional awareness of speech, language, and hearing disorders.', 'Could encourage educational and advocacy activities during the designated month.', 'Potentially supports future legislative or funding initiatives by raising issue visibility.']

GovScope Watchdog Notes

The absence of full bill text and summary limits detailed analysis. As a non-binding resolution, H.Res. 1195 does not create enforceable obligations or funding. Its failure to advance beyond subcommittee referral is consistent with many similar awareness resolutions. Transparency would be improved by providing full text and any accompanying statements or reports.

Passage Likelihood: LowConfidence: 85%Model: gpt-4.1-mini

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