Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH)
A resolution designating November 2025 as "American Diabetes Month".
A Democratic resolution with 1 Republican cosponsor · See the cosponsor
Last activity — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8399; text: CR S8281-8282)
Adopted
The chamber formally agreed to it, and for a resolution that is the finish line: what it says is now officially the chamber's position, rule or tribute.
Nothing more is needed. A resolution is how a chamber speaks for itself or sets its own rules, so adopting it is what puts it into effect. It is not a law, so there is nothing for the President to sign.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- Officially Recorded
- Adopted by the Senate unanimous consent
A Senate resolution is the Senate speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the Senate agrees to it, it is officially the Senate's word; it is not a law, so the House and the President have no part in it.
The Senate by unanimous consent (no one objected, so there was no vote): no senator's position on it was recorded.
What this bill would do
This resolution designates November 2025 as ``American Diabetes Month''. The Senate supports various goals including public awareness of prevention and treatment options. It aims to enhance diabetes education and recognize the importance of early detection. The resolution also supports reducing the prevalence of type 1, type 2, and gestational diabetes. Finally, it recognizes the need to address barriers to health care that limit access to resources needed for prevention and management.
Yes· 3 of 8
- Scored +3
Does this make health care easier to get in general?
The resolution recognizes the importance of addressing barriers that limit access to resources needed to prevent and manage diabetes.
- Scored +2
Would people over 65 be better off under this?
The resolution addresses diabetes prevention and management, which is critical as a high percentage of seniors are affected by the condition.
- Scored +2
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?
The resolution seeks to address barriers to healthcare resources that affect various income levels.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Increased Awareness and Education: The resolution supports encouraging the public to fight diabetes through awareness of prevention and treatment options, and enhancing diabetes education (Section 2, A and B).
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Early Detection: It recognizes the importance of awareness and early detection regarding specific risk factors such as age, weight, race, physical activity levels, blood pressure, and family history (Section 2, C).
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Reduction in Disease Prevalence: The measure supports a decrease in the prevalence of type �1, type 2, and gestational diabetes through research, treatment, and prevention (Section 2, D).
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Improved Access to Care: The resolution recognizes the importance of addressing barriers to health care that limit access to resources needed to prevent the onset or manage the condition (Section 2, E).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts or burdens are explicitly stated in the provided text.
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 Black Americans be better off under this? — The resolution notes that Black Americans are disproportionately affected by diabetes and supports reducing prevalence through awareness and research. Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this? — The resolution notes that Hispanic Americans are disproportionately affected by diabetes and supports reducing prevalence through awareness and research. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — The resolution seeks to address barriers to healthcare resources that affect various income levels. Would people over 65 be better off under this? — The resolution addresses diabetes prevention and management, which is critical as a high percentage of seniors are affected by the condition. Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together? — The resolution highlights that a high rate of veterans receive treatment for diabetes and supports the goals of awareness and prevention.
- Healthcare
- Does this make health care easier to get in general? — The resolution recognizes the importance of addressing barriers that limit access to resources needed to prevent and manage diabetes. Does this put more money into medical research? — The resolution supports a decrease in the prevalence of diabetes through research, treatment, and prevention.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated? — The resolution highlights that certain racial and ethnic backgrounds are disproportionately affected by diabetes.
- 11/20/2025
- Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
- Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8399; text: CR S8281-8282)
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in Senate
Susan CollinsRepublican · Maine