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Supporting Youth HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: Education, Care, and Anti-Stigma Efforts

This House Resolution supports the annual National Youth HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, aiming to boost awareness and education about HIV/AIDS among young people. It emphasizes the need for better access to healthcare, sex education, and support for youth affected by HIV, while also combating stigma and discrimination. Citizens can expect a greater focus on education and access to health services for young individuals.
Key points
Supports HIV/AIDS education and prevention for youth, including promoting accurate information in sex education.
Calls for the removal of laws that unfairly criminalize young people living with HIV.
Promotes easier access to youth-friendly healthcare services, including preventive medications and testing, without parental consent.
Supports increased funding for programs assisting people living with HIV, including Medicaid and Ryan White programs.
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Print number: 117_HRES_1045
Sponsor: Rep. Lee, Barbara [D-CA-13]
Process start date: 2022-04-07