Designating November 2025 as National Hospice and Palliative Care Month.
Summary
Senate Resolution 546 designates November 2025 as "National Hospice and Palliative Care Month." The resolution aims to raise awareness about hospice and palliative care, emphasizing their importance in providing comprehensive support to individuals with serious illnesses and their families. It also encourages increased training opportunities for healthcare professionals in these fields.
Expected Effects
This resolution will likely increase public awareness and understanding of hospice and palliative care services. It may also encourage greater utilization of these services by individuals and families in need. The designation could lead to increased funding and support for hospice and palliative care programs.
Potential Benefits
- Increased awareness of hospice and palliative care benefits.
- Encouragement of early integration of palliative care into treatment plans.
- Recognition of family caregivers and hospice staff/volunteers.
- Promotion of grief support services for families and caregivers.
- Potential for improved quality of life for patients with serious illnesses.
Potential Disadvantages
- The resolution itself does not allocate funding, so its impact depends on subsequent actions.
- Increased awareness may not translate into increased access for all due to existing healthcare disparities.
- The resolution is non-binding, so its effectiveness relies on voluntary adoption of its goals.
- There are no direct disadvantages, but the resolution's impact is limited without concrete implementation measures.
- May create unrealistic expectations if resources are not available to meet increased demand.
Constitutional Alignment
The resolution aligns with the Constitution's general welfare clause (Preamble) by promoting access to healthcare and improving quality of life. It does not infringe upon any specific constitutional rights or provisions. The resolution falls within the legislative powers granted to the Senate under Article I, Section 1.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).