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Recognizing Black Maternal Health Week: Addressing Disparities in Care.

This House Resolution recognizes the seventh annual Black Maternal Health Week, highlighting the alarmingly high rates of maternal mortality and morbidity among Black women. It aims to bring national attention to healthcare inequities and the need for support, potentially leading to improved care and safety for expectant mothers.
Key points
Highlights that Black women in the U.S. are 2-3 times more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes than White women.
Calls for ensuring safe and affordable housing, transportation equity, nutritious food, clean air and water, and environments free from toxins for the Black community.
Points to the need for reform of the criminal justice and family regulation systems to decriminalize pregnancy outcomes and end surveillance of families.
Urges Congress to fully support policies grounded in human rights, reproductive justice, and birth justice frameworks to improve Black maternal health outcomes.
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Print number: 118_HRES_1153
Sponsor: Rep. Adams, Alma S. [D-NC-12]
Process start date: 2024-04-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Recognizing the designation of the week of April 11 through April 17, 2024, as the seventh annual "Black Maternal Health Week".

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HRES_1153.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-04-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Highlights that Black women in the U.S. are 2-3 times more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes than White women.
  • Calls for ensuring safe and affordable housing, transportation equity, nutritious food, clean air and water, and environments free from toxins for the Black community.
  • Points to the need for reform of the criminal justice and family regulation systems to decriminalize pregnancy outcomes and end surveillance of families.
  • Urges Congress to fully support policies grounded in human rights, reproductive justice, and birth justice frameworks to improve Black maternal health outcomes.
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 Rep. Adams, Alma S. [D-NC-12].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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