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House Resolution designates first week of August as National Community Health Center Week

Original title: Expressing support for the designation of the first week of August as "National Community Health Center Week", and encouraging all Americans to participate by visiting their local community health center and celebrating the important partnership between health centers and the communities they serve.

August 3, 2026

Public Health Community Health Centers National Observances

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Last action

Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.Aug 3, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

The resolution serves as a formal congressional recognition of community health centers, which provide primary care services to millions of residents regardless of their ability to pay.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Community health centers

These facilities are the subject of the national recognition and are encouraged to host community engagement activities.

Americans

The public is encouraged to participate by visiting their local community health centers during the designated week.

What changed

Current stage: in_committee.

What's next

Floor Vote.

Summary

This resolution formally supports designating the first week of August as 'National Community Health Center Week' to encourage public engagement with local health facilities. It calls on Americans to visit their community health centers to recognize the role these organizations play in local health services.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does this resolution provide new funding for health centers?

No, this is a commemorative resolution expressing support and does not authorize or appropriate new federal funding.

What is the purpose of National Community Health Center Week?

The purpose is to encourage Americans to visit their local health centers and celebrate the partnership between these centers and their communities.

Why It Matters

The resolution serves as a formal congressional recognition of community health centers, which provide primary care services to millions of residents regardless of their ability to pay.

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Connected Entities

otherNational Community Health Center Week“The designated week of observance.”Map →

organizationHouse Committee on Energy and Commerce“The committee to which the resolution was referred for review.”Map →

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