Carter Introduces Bipartisan Resolution Establishing Telehealth Awareness Week

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Rep. Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (R-GA) today introduced a bipartisan resolution declaring the week of September 15, 2025, as Telehealth Awareness Week.

The resolution, co-sponsored by Reps. Doris Matsui (D-CA), David Schweikert (R-AZ), and Mike Thompson (D-CA), aims to recognize the impact of telehealth in delivering health care services to patients across the United States, particularly seniors and those living in rural areas, and encourage continued use and adoption of this vital service.

"Telehealth brings qualified health care professionals directly to every home in America. It is critical that we continue to advocate for widespread adoption of this revolutionary technology, so telehealth services are available to all who need them. We all want quality, affordable, and accessible health care, and telehealth helps us get there," said Rep. Carter.

"Telehealth has transformed from a novel tool into one of the premier ways patients access care. From mental health to rural health, it has removed barriers and enabled millions of Americans to be proactive about their wellbeing," said Rep. Matsui. "As technology advances and care delivery evolves, we must continue to underscore telehealth's proven impact and ensure it remains a cornerstone of our health care system. Establishing Telehealth Awareness Week reaffirms our commitment to building a more connected, equitable future for patients everywhere."

"Expanding digital health solutions is one of the most effective ways to improve access, lower costs, and help patients live healthier lives," said Rep. Schweikert. "I look forward to working with my colleagues to advance innovative technologies and modernize this critical space."

"Since my days in the California State Senate, I've been a big believer in telehealth's ability to save money, time, and lives," said Rep. Thompson. "It's great to join my colleagues to mark Telehealth Awareness Week. Telehealth allows patients-especially those with low mobility or who otherwise can't make it to the doctor's office-to access the care they need when they need it. Expanding Americans' access to telehealth's vital services just makes sense and I look forward to working with my colleagues to make telehealth access permanent."

This month, Rep. Carter introduced the bipartisan Telehealth Modernization Act, which ensures continued access to telehealth services for Medicare beneficiaries and extends these flexibilities to federally qualified health centers and rural health clinics.

Read the full resolution text here.

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