This House resolution supports designating August 24–28, 2026, as the fourth annual "National Community Health Worker Awareness Week." It describes community health workers (CHWs) as trusted, frontline public health workers who know their communities well and act as liaisons between health and social services and the people they serve. The resolution lists many CHW roles, such as outreach, community education, informal counseling, care coordination, screening, advocacy, and helping people navigate services. It notes CHWs have many job titles, are historically diverse, are recognized by professional certification in 27 States, and that research shows they are effective in many areas of health work. The resolution calls for awareness, collaboration, and support for CHWs and their work to improve community health.
If the House adopts this resolution, it expresses support for recognizing CHWs during the week of August 24–28, 2026, and highlights their contributions. It encourages local, State, and Federal collaboration to raise awareness of CHWs and supports their work to improve health in communities. The text focuses on recognition and encouragement rather than creating new programs.
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The resolution says CHWs are a proven, community-based workforce that builds relationships and capacity in underserved areas. Proponents emphasize that CHWs improve access to services, provide culturally appropriate education and support, perform screenings and basic services, and have documented effectiveness across many health areas. The resolution also notes that sustainable funding can support fair wages and help recruit and retain CHWs.
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