Recognizing November 2025 as "National Family Caregivers Month".
- Bill Number
- H.Res. 898
- Origin Chamber
- House
- Congress
- 119th Congress, Session 1
- Policy Area
- Families
- Status
- Introduced
- Latest Action
- 2025-11-20: Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committees on Energy and Commerce, and Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- Last Updated
- 2025-11-24T19:22:18Z
AI-Generated Summary
Purpose
This House Resolution (H. Res. 898) aims to officially recognize November 2025 as "National Family Caregivers Month." It honors the contributions of family caregivers in the United States and calls for greater awareness and support for their role in providing unpaid care to loved ones with chronic illnesses, disabilities, or aging needs.
Key Provisions
- Background Facts (Whereas Clauses):
- Highlights that 63 million family caregivers provide essential, unpaid care valued at $600 billion annually, supporting the U.S. health care system.
- Notes challenges faced by caregivers, including financial stress, exhaustion, and isolation, affecting groups like grandparents caring for children and youth caregivers.
- Points to a 10 million increase in caregivers over the past five years, driven by aging populations, disabilities, worker shortages, and lack of affordable child care.
- Resolution Actions (Resolved Clause):
- Formally recognizes "National Family Caregivers Month."
- Commends the 63 million caregivers for their daily support to family and chosen family.
- Urges federal agencies, states, and the private sector to implement and expand the 2022 National Strategy to Support Family Caregivers.
- Encourages supportive policies that are person- and family-centered, trauma-informed (approaches sensitive to past hardships), and culturally appropriate.
- Calls for investments in caregiver support, including:
- Economic tax credits.
- Paid family and medical leave.
- Respite care (short-term relief for caregivers).
- Home- and community-based services.
- Access to quality health care.
- Promotes public education on family caregiving and encourages Americans to support caregivers in their communities.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
This is a non-binding resolution, so it introduces no changes to existing laws or statutes. It serves as a symbolic statement of congressional intent rather than enforceable legislation.
Potential Impacts
- On Government Agencies: Encourages federal and state agencies to prioritize and accelerate implementation of the 2022 National Strategy, potentially leading to more coordinated support programs without mandating new funding or rules.
- On Citizens: Raises public awareness of caregiving challenges, which may inspire community support, volunteerism, or advocacy for better policies; it highlights the economic and emotional burdens on 63 million caregivers and their families.
- On International Relations: No direct impact, as the resolution focuses solely on domestic U.S. caregiving issues.
Main Stakeholders Affected
- Family Caregivers: Primary beneficiaries, including adults, grandparents, youth, and those caring for children with disabilities or aging relatives.
- Families and Communities: Loved ones receiving care and neighbors who may provide or need support.
- Government Entities: Federal agencies (e.g., those involved in health and workforce policy), state governments, and congressional committees (Education and Workforce, Energy and Commerce, Ways and Means).
- Private Sector: Businesses and organizations encouraged to adopt supportive policies like paid leave or respite services.
- General Public: Urged to learn about and assist with caregiving efforts.
Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications
- Legal: As a simple resolution, it has no binding force and does not require presidential approval or create new rights/obligations; it aligns with existing federal strategies without altering them.
- Constitutional: No implications, as it falls within Congress's broad authority to pass resolutions recognizing awareness months or issues (First Amendment-related free expression).
- Political: Demonstrates bipartisan support (introduced by members from both parties), signaling congressional focus on aging, disability, and workforce issues amid demographic shifts; it may influence future legislative agendas on caregiver support without partisan controversy.
This summary was generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies. Refer to the official source document for the authoritative text.
Sponsor
Cosponsors (5)
Rep. Fitzpatrick, Brian K. [R-PA-1], Rep. Dean, Madeleine [D-PA-4], Rep. Case, Ed [D-HI-1], Rep. Krishnamoorthi, Raja [D-IL-8], Rep. Kiggans, Jennifer A. [R-VA-2]
Recent Actions
- 2025-11-20: Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committees on Energy and Commerce, and Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 2025-11-20: Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committees on Energy and Commerce, and Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 2025-11-20: Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committees on Energy and Commerce, and Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 2025-11-20: Submitted in House
- 2025-11-20: Submitted in House
Bill Versions
- Recognizing November 2025 as "National Family Caregivers Month". — issued 2025-11-20 — PDF (3 pages)