HJR378 Alabama 2012 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Jim Patterson

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2012

Title

InfantSEE, Promoting awareness of early detection of eye disorders, recognized

Summary

HJR378 recognizes the InfantSEE program and promotes awareness of early eye-detection for infants in Alabama.

What This Bill Does

It acknowledges InfantSEE, a national program that offers a one-time, no-cost eye and vision evaluation for infants aged 6-12 months. It promotes awareness of this program to help detect eye disorders early and prevent lifelong visual problems. It notes that many eye issues go undetected and that early treatment can reduce long-term health costs. By adopting this resolution, Alabama joins a nationwide effort to encourage families and healthcare providers to utilize this no-cost screening.

Who It Affects

• Infants aged 6-12 months and their families in Alabama, who could benefit from a no-cost eye and vision evaluation.
• Eye care professionals and pediatricians in Alabama, who are encouraged to promote and participate in the InfantSEE program.

Key Provisions

• Recognizes the InfantSEE program sponsored by the American Optometry Association.
• States that InfantSEE provides a one-time, no-cost eye and vision evaluation for infants aged 6-12 months, regardless of income or insurance.
• Notes that early detection can prevent lifelong visual disabilities and reduce health care costs.
• Encourages Alabama residents, parents, and health care providers to promote awareness of InfantSEE and participate in the program, and copies of the resolution be forwarded.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 25, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Resolutions, Congratulatory