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American Heart Month: February 2026

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Key Points

  • This resolution, introduced by Representative Beatty, officially supports naming February 2026 as "American Heart Month." This is a tradition that has happened every year since 1964 to help the public learn about heart health and the dangers of heart disease.
  • Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, claiming over 940,000 lives in 2022. The resolution points out that an American has a heart attack roughly every 40 seconds, and heart issues are also a leading cause of death for new mothers and infants.
  • The policy highlights the massive financial impact of heart disease, which cost the country nearly $418 billion in medical bills and lost work time between 2020 and 2021. If current trends continue, these costs could reach $1 trillion by 2035.
  • The main goal is to encourage Americans to learn about their own health risks, such as high blood pressure, poor diet, and smoking. By focusing on early detection and lifestyle changes, the resolution aims to help save thousands of lives each year.

Milestones

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Feb 9, 2026House

Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Feb 9, 2026

Submitted in House

Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

Expressing support for the designation of February 2026 as "American Heart Month".

Bill NumberHRES 1043
Congress119th Congress
ChamberHouse of Representatives
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

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