Kathy Castor (D-FL)
Recognizing the contributions of academic medicine and observing Academic Medicine Week from June 23 through 27, 2025.
A Democratic resolution with 1 Republican cosponsor · See the cosponsor
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
In committee
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
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What this bill would do
This resolution recognizes the contributions of academic medicine and supports observing Academic Medicine Week from June 23 through 27, 2025. It highlights the role of academic health systems, teaching hospitals, medical schools, and researchers in education, clinical care, research, and community health. The text notes that academic medicine institutions contribute significantly to the United States economy and gross domestic product. It emphasizes the ongoing challenge of a projected physician shortage and points to the need for federal support in medical training and research. Ultimately, the House of Representatives resolves to support the designated week, affirm the impact of academic medicine, and encourage the public to recognize its role in health.
Yes· 3 of 16
- Scored +5
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?
The bill highlights the vital partnership between academic medicine and the VA to improve veteran care.
- Scored +5
Does this make health care easier to get in general?
By addressing physician shortages and supporting pathway programs, the resolution aims to improve access in underserved areas.
- Scored +4
Would people in rural areas be better off under this?
The bill specifically notes the importance of training and support for healthcare in rural areas.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Support for Academic Medicine Week: The resolution explicitly supports the designation of Academic Medicine Week from June 23 through 27, 2025, in resolved clause (1). This brings national attention to the contributions of academic health systems, teaching hospitals, and medical schools.
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Affirmation of Critical Impacts: Resolved clause (2) affirms the unique and critical impact of academic medicine on patients and communities nationwide. This acknowledges the vital role these institutions play in delivering cutting-edge patient care and training the health care workforce.
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Encouraging Federal Support: Resolved clause (3) recognizes the importance of ensuring strong federal support for programs that fund academic medicine's leadership in medical research, patient care, medical education, and community collaborations.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No Negative Impacts Identified: Based on the provided text, there are no specific sections or provisions that outline negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together? — The bill highlights the vital partnership between academic medicine and the VA to improve veteran care. Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — The bill specifically notes the importance of training and support for healthcare in rural areas. Would students be better off under this? — The resolution addresses themes critical to medical students such as training, mentorship, and loans. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — Support for underserved areas can improve healthcare access for low-income populations. Would retired people be better off under this? — Addressing the physician shortage benefits the aging population and its healthcare needs. Would people over 65 be better off under this? — The emphasis on addressing the physician shortage benefits an aging population requiring more care.
- Healthcare
- Does this make health care easier to get in general? — By addressing physician shortages and supporting pathway programs, the resolution aims to improve access in underserved areas. Does this help veterans get medical care? — The bill emphasizes the critical partnership between academic medicine and the VA to improve veteran health equity and access. Does this put more money into medical research? — The resolution recognizes the importance of strong federal support for medical research conducted by academic institutions. Does this put more money into Medicare, the health coverage for people over 65? — The resolution calls for increasing Medicare support for graduate medical education to address physician shortages.
- Education And Technology
- Does this put more money into scientific research? — The bill affirms the need for strong federal support for medical research missions. Does this make college cost less? — The resolution mentions the importance of student loan discussions and support for medical education. Does this reduce what student borrowers owe or repay? — The resolution notes that the AAMC represents learners on issues including student loans.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive? — The bill supports the academic partnership that enhances healthcare delivery for veterans.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this invest in rural communities? — The resolution highlights the role of medical education pathways in supporting the healthcare workforce in rural areas.
- Economy And Finance
- Is this likely to grow the economy? — The resolution highlights the significant GDP contribution of academic medicine to the national economy.
- 6/23/2025
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
One bill Congress.gov lists as related to this one — companions in the other chamber, earlier versions, and bills this one absorbed or was folded into.
Brian FitzpatrickRepublican · Pennsylvania