Congress·Passed Senate·S.Res. 736

A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of National Hospital Week, to be observed from May 10 through May 16, 2026.

National Hospital Week Recognition

May 14·View on Congress.gov·Read full text

Next up: The House

The Senate has officially passed this resolution to support National Hospital Week. Because it is a simple resolution, it does not need to go to the House of Representatives or the President. The bill has completed the legislative process.

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The Senate has already considered and agreed to this resolution, making it official.

Key Points

The Senate officially recognized May 10 through May 16, 2026, as National Hospital Week. This event honors the work of healthcare facilities and the millions of people who work in them.
The resolution highlights the reach of the nation's 6,100 hospitals. This includes over 1,300 rural hospitals that serve one-fifth of the population and 170 centers dedicated to veterans.
It points out that hospitals are major employers with over 5.7 million workers. These include doctors and nurses as well as the cleaning and food service staff who keep buildings running 24 hours a day.
This is a ceremonial action meant to show appreciation. It does not change any healthcare laws, provide new money for hospitals, or affect how patients receive care.

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Milestones

2 actions

May 14, 2026Senate

Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2313; text: CR S2311-2312)

May 14, 2026

Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.

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Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of National Hospital Week, to be observed from May 10 through May 16, 2026.

Bill NumberSRES 736

Congress119th Congress

ChamberSenate

Latest ActionSubmitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2313; text: CR S2311-2312)

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D: 1R: 4I: 1

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