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National Stillbirth Prevention Day: Raising Awareness and Supporting Families

The U.S. Senate designates September 19 as “National Stillbirth Prevention Day.” This aims to raise awareness about stillbirth, support research and prevention efforts, and provide comfort to affected families. The goal is to reduce stillbirth rates and educate expectant parents.
Key points
Designating September 19 as National Stillbirth Prevention Day to increase public awareness.
Supporting research and prevention efforts that could save thousands of babies from preventable stillbirths annually.
Calling for improved data collection and understanding of stillbirth causes, especially in high-risk groups.
Providing support and community for families who have experienced stillbirth.
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Print number: 117_SRES_771
Sponsor: Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR]
Process start date: 2022-09-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution supporting the designation of September 19, 2022, as "National Stillbirth Prevention Day", recognizing tens of thousands of American families that have endured a stillbirth, and seizing the opportunity to keep other families from experiencing the same tragedy.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_SRES_771.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-09-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Designating September 19 as National Stillbirth Prevention Day to increase public awareness.
  • Supporting research and prevention efforts that could save thousands of babies from preventable stillbirths annually.
  • Calling for improved data collection and understanding of stillbirth causes, especially in high-risk groups.
  • Providing support and community for families who have experienced stillbirth.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

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. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

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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