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Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week: Support and Better Care

This House Resolution recognizes Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week to highlight mental health issues affecting pregnant and postpartum women. The goal is to increase awareness, improve access to treatment, and provide support for families, potentially preventing severe health and financial consequences.
Key points
Raising awareness about maternal mental health disorders, such as postpartum depression and anxiety, which affect 1 in 5 mothers.
Promoting research into new treatments and improving access to specialists so women can receive help faster.
Highlighting that untreated maternal mental health issues cost the United States approximately $14.2 billion annually and are a leading cause of pregnancy-related deaths.
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Print number: 118_HRES_1193
Sponsor: Rep. Kim, Young [R-CA-40]
Process start date: 2024-05-06
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Recognizing Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week to raise awareness about maternal mental health and its effects on maternal-child health.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HRES_1193.

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 2024-05-06.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Raising awareness about maternal mental health disorders, such as postpartum depression and anxiety, which affect 1 in 5 mothers.
  • Promoting research into new treatments and improving access to specialists so women can receive help faster.
  • Highlighting that untreated maternal mental health issues cost the United States approximately $14.2 billion annually and are a leading cause of pregnancy-related deaths.
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. Kim, Young [R-CA-40].

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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