hold on there's just too much going on in Congress lmao...
House celebrates 75th anniversary of International Hearing Society.
Ms. Scholten (D-MI) and others.
Introduced in House.
This resolution, introduced by Representative Scholten (D-MI) and cosponsors from Michigan, aims to officially recognize and celebrate the 75th anniversary of the International Hearing Society. It currently awaits consideration by the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, which is the first step for House resolutions.
Introduced Apr 23, 2026
This House Resolution was introduced on April 23, 2026, and referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. For a House Resolution to pass, it typically needs to be approved by its committee and then voted on by the full House of Representatives. House Resolutions generally do not go to the Senate or require the President's signature to become law.
This resolution is commemorative and does not enact new laws, regulations, or funding. Its passage would primarily serve as a formal recognition by the House of Representatives of the International Hearing Society's 75 years of work. While it doesn't directly alter your healthcare, it highlights an organization that has historically advocated for quality hearing care and patient access.
Supporters Say
Supporters commend the International Hearing Society for its decades of advancing hearing healthcare and supporting specialists nationwide.
Critics Say
No direct criticism of this commemorative resolution is indicated in the bill text.
Those in favor highlight the International Hearing Society's role since 1951 in connecting professionals, mentoring new specialists, promoting ethical standards, and advocating for increased access to quality hearing healthcare, particularly for veterans. Resolutions like this, which are symbolic recognitions, typically pass with broad support and without significant opposition.