Expressing support for the designation of the week of March 23, 2025, through March 29, 2025, as "National Cleaning Week".
This is a House Resolution (H. Res. 247) introduced in the 119th Congress that Expresses support for designating the week of March 23–29, 2025, as “National Cleaning Week.” The resolution is non-binding and serves as a formal expression of congressional support for recognizing the value of cleaning and disinfection in protecting public health. It emphasizes the health benefits of routine cleaning, cites guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and references industry data, including a claim from ISSA that routine cleaning and disinfection can significantly reduce surface contamination by viruses. The measure also acknowledges the role of manufacturers, distributors, and frontline cleaning professionals in maintaining clean and safe environments. The sponsors are Rep. LaHood (along with Rep. Krishnamoorthi), and the resolution was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Key Points
- 1Designation: The resolution supports designating March 23–29, 2025, as National Cleaning Week.
- 2Public health rationale: It asserts that cleaning and disinfection are investments in protecting human health and safety, aligning with CDC guidance on routine cleaning to protect public health.
- 3Industry data: It cites ISSA’s finding that routine cleaning and disinfection reduce surfaces contaminated by viruses by 62%, contributing to lower transmission rates of infectious diseases.
- 4Stakeholders acknowledged: The resolution recognizes manufacturers, distributors, and frontline cleaning professionals for maintaining clean and sanitary conditions in schools, hospitals, workplaces, and other spaces.
- 5Legislative status: It is a non-binding expression of support introduced in the House (H. Res. 247) and referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce; it does not create new policy or funding.