S.Res. 480 – Reading Mode

III

118th CONGRESS

1st Session

S. RES. 480

IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

November 30, 2023

Mr. Casey submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions

RESOLUTION

Recognizing November 2023 as National Family Caregivers Month.

Whereas, in 2020, 53,000,000 family caregivers in the United States provide essential care to millions of people each year, providing unpaid care worth an estimated $600,000,000,000 annually;

Whereas family caregivers play a vital role in the healthcare system of the United States, supporting loved ones who have chronic illnesses, disabilities, and are aging;

Whereas family caregivers, who are disproportionately women of color, often face significant challenges including financial strain, physical and emotional exhaustion, and social isolation; and

Whereas National Family Caregivers Month is an opportunity to recognize and appreciate the contributions of family caregivers and to advocate for policies that support family caregivers: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate—

(1)

recognizes November 2023 as National Family Caregivers Month;

(2)

commends the 53,000,000 family caregivers in the United States who provide essential care to their loved ones and chosen family each day;

(3)

encourages Federal agencies, States, and the private sector to swiftly implement the steps described in the 2022 National Strategy to Support Family Caregivers;

(4)

urges investment in policies that support family caregivers, including—

(A)

economic tax credits;

(B)

paid family and medical leave;

(C)

respite care;

(D)

home and community-based services; and

(E)

access to quality healthcare; and

(5)

encourages all people of the United States to learn more about family caregiving and to support their loved ones and neighbors who are providing care.