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Supporting Minority Health Month: Addressing Health Disparities

The U.S. Senate supports National Minority Health Month to highlight significant differences in health status and healthcare access faced by minority populations. Citizens should be aware that these disparities affect various groups, impacting their daily lives and life expectancy. The initiative aims to raise awareness and promote actions to improve health within these communities.
Key points
Highlighting severe health disparities and unequal access to healthcare for minorities, including American Indians, African Americans, and Hispanics.
Drawing attention to specific health issues like higher rates of cancer, diabetes, HIV/AIDS, and poorer treatment outcomes compared to non-Hispanic Whites.
Supporting community-based initiatives to improve public health and reduce these inequalities.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_SRES_613
Sponsor: Sen. Cardin, Benjamin L. [D-MD]
Process start date: 2022-05-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution promoting minority health awareness and supporting the goals and ideals of National Minority Health Month in April 2022, which include bringing attention to the health disparities faced by minority populations of the United States such as American Indians, Alaska Natives, Asian Americans, African Americans, Hispanics, and Native Hawaiians or other Pacific Islanders.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_SRES_613.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-05-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Highlighting severe health disparities and unequal access to healthcare for minorities, including American Indians, African Americans, and Hispanics.
  • Drawing attention to specific health issues like higher rates of cancer, diabetes, HIV/AIDS, and poorer treatment outcomes compared to non-Hispanic Whites.
  • Supporting community-based initiatives to improve public health and reduce these inequalities.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Adopted.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Cardin, Benjamin L. [D-MD].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2291-2292; text: CR S2281-2282)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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