H.Res. 686 is a symbolic resolution supporting the designation of September 14-20, 2025, as "Telehealth Awareness Week" to highlight the importance of remote healthcare services in the U.S. healthcare system. The resolution emphasizes that telehealth has become essential for millions of Americans, particularly seniors on Medicare, people with disabilities, and those in rural or underserved areas, with about 6.7 million Medicare beneficiaries using telehealth services in 2024—24 percent more than before the pandemic. The resolution urges Congress to preserve telehealth flexibilities beyond September 30, 2025, when certain pandemic-related provisions are set to expire, and calls for continued efforts to expand awareness and access to telehealth services for all communities. The bill has bipartisan support from representatives including Mr. Carter of Georgia, Ms. Matsui, Mr. Schweikert, and Mr. Thompson of California. This resolution does not provide funding or create new law; rather, it expresses the House's support for recognizing telehealth's value and encourages policymakers to take action to permanently expand telehealth access.
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