This resolution expresses Congressional support for designating February 2026 as "Low Vision and Vision Impairment Awareness Month." The resolution highlights significant public health concerns, noting that approximately 12 million Americans over age 40 have vision impairment, with vision problems projected to cost the U.S. nearly $206 billion in 2026. It emphasizes that 90 percent of vision loss is preventable or treatable and calls attention to disparities affecting children, particularly non-Hispanic Black children who experience higher rates of vision loss. The resolution encourages the Secretary of Health and Human Services to improve surveillance of vision diseases, conduct research on eye conditions like diabetic retinopathy and age-related macular degeneration, and promote access to eye care and health information for both adults and children. No new federal funding is allocated; this is a symbolic measure intended to raise awareness about preventable blindness and support existing vision health initiatives.
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