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Racism as a Public Health Crisis: Addressing Health Inequities.

This House Resolution declares racism a public health crisis in the United States. It aims to highlight how racial inequalities impact citizens' health and daily lives, leading to poorer health outcomes and limited access to resources. This declaration seeks to mobilize the government to take action to address issues stemming from systemic racism.
Key points
Declaring racism a public health crisis aims to direct resources and attention to its negative impact on citizens' health and lives.
Calls for a nationwide strategy to combat health disparities and dismantle systemic racist practices.
Emphasizes the need to promote efforts to improve living conditions and access to healthcare for all minority groups.
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Print number: 118_HRES_1062
Sponsor: Rep. Hayes, Jahana [D-CT-5]
Process start date: 2024-03-06