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HR4633 • 2026

Osteoporosis

Recognizing National Bone Health and Osteoporosis Month.

Passed Legislature

This bill passed both chambers and reached final enrollment, even if later executive action is not shown here.

Sponsor
Representative Thai, Representative Callan, Representative Zahn, Representative Walen, Representative Ryu, Representative Thomas, Representative Marshall, Representative Bronoske, Representative Salahuddin, Representative Obras, Representative Fosse, Representative Scott, Representative Kloba
Last action
2025-02-28
Official status
H Adopted
Effective date
Not listed

Plain English Breakdown

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Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis

What This Bill Does

  • Osteoporosis

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Bill History

  1. 2025-02-28 House

    Adopted.

Official Summary Text

Osteoporosis

Current Bill Text

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WHEREAS, An estimated 54 million Americans have osteoporosis or 1
low bone mass, and studies suggest that approximately one in two 2
women and up to one in four men aged 50 and older will break a bone 3
due to osteoporosis; and 4
WHEREAS, Osteoporosis-related bone fractures account for more 5
hospitalizations than heart attacks, strokes, or breast cancer; and6
WHEREAS, Osteoporosis is often referred to as a "silent disease" 7
because individuals cannot feel their bones weakening; and8
WHEREAS, Timely bone health screening, diagnosis, and treatment 9
can help prevent fractures that may lead to hospitalizations and 10
long-term nursing home stays; and 11
WHEREAS, Cost-effective postfracture care, which improves care 12
coordination, has been shown to reduce the number of subsequent or 13
repeat fractures; and 14
WHEREAS, Osteoporosis and the associated broken bones are not an 15
inevitable part of aging — building strong bones begins in childhood 16
and remains essential throughout life, with peak bone mass typically 17
reached by early adulthood; and 18
WHEREAS, Optimum bone health and osteoporosis prevention can be 19
achieved through a balanced diet rich in calcium and vitamin D, 20
weight-bearing and muscle-strengthening exercises, and a healthy 21
lifestyle free from smoking and excessive alcohol consumption; and22
HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 2025-4633 , by Representatives Thai, Callan, Zahn, Walen,
Ryu, Thomas, Marshall, Bronoske, Salahuddin, Obras, Fosse, Scott, and Kloba
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WHEREAS, Raising awareness about bone health among the public, 1
health care professionals, and policymakers is vital to reducing the 2
prevalence and impact of osteoporosis; 3
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives 4
recognize and appreciate the ideals, goals, and activities of 5
National Bone Health and Osteoporosis Month in May; and6
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives 7
encourage the observation of appropriate health programs and 8
activities to promote bone health and the prevention of osteoporosis 9
throughout life. 10
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