Expressing support for community health centers during National Health Center Week, August 3 through August 9, 2025, and encouraging all Americans to take part in this week by visiting their local community health center and celebrating the important partnership between America’s community health centers and the communities they serve.
Summary
House Resolution 641 expresses support for community health centers (CHCs) during National Health Center Week, August 3-9, 2025. It encourages Americans to visit their local CHCs and celebrate the partnership between these centers and their communities. The resolution highlights the role of CHCs in providing affordable, comprehensive healthcare, especially in underserved areas.
Expected Effects
If passed, this resolution would publicly acknowledge the importance of CHCs. It may also influence future funding decisions, particularly regarding the Community Health Center Fund. The resolution also aims to raise awareness and encourage utilization of CHCs.
Potential Benefits
- Increased awareness of community health centers and their services.
- Potential for increased funding for CHCs, leading to better healthcare access.
- Support for vulnerable populations, including seniors, individuals with disabilities, and veterans.
- Promotion of cost-effective healthcare solutions, reducing overall healthcare costs.
- Recognition of the vital role CHCs play in addressing public health crises.
Potential Disadvantages
- The resolution itself does not guarantee increased funding or policy changes.
- Potential for the resolution to be symbolic without leading to concrete action.
- Limited direct impact on communities without established CHCs.
- Possible strain on existing CHC resources if there is a significant increase in demand without corresponding funding.
- The resolution does not address the underlying issues causing health disparities.
Constitutional Alignment
The resolution aligns with the Constitution's broad goals of promoting the general welfare, as stated in the Preamble. While healthcare is not explicitly mentioned in the Constitution, Congress's power to tax and spend for the general welfare (Article I, Section 8) provides a basis for supporting healthcare initiatives like community health centers. The resolution does not infringe upon any specific constitutional rights or limitations.
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).