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Designating Maternal Health Awareness Day to Address Mortality Disparities.

The US Senate designated January 23 as Maternal Health Awareness Day to highlight the high rate of preventable pregnancy-related deaths and complications. While this resolution does not create new laws, it aims to increase public knowledge about severe racial and geographical disparities in maternal care outcomes. It encourages federal and local action to improve maternal safety and ensure equitable care practices.
Key points
January 23 is designated as Maternal Health Awareness Day to raise public awareness about preventable maternal deaths and severe complications.
Highlights that over 80% of maternal deaths are preventable and emphasizes significant racial and rural disparities in care access and outcomes.
Supports initiatives promoting respectful, equitable maternity care and calls for further investment in improving maternal health safety.
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Print number: 118_SRES_530
Sponsor: Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ]
Process start date: 2024-01-23
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution designating January 23, 2024, as "Maternal Health Awareness Day".

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_SRES_530.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-01-23.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • January 23 is designated as Maternal Health Awareness Day to raise public awareness about preventable maternal deaths and severe complications.
  • Highlights that over 80% of maternal deaths are preventable and emphasizes significant racial and rural disparities in care access and outcomes.
  • Supports initiatives promoting respectful, equitable maternity care and calls for further investment in improving maternal health safety.
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. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ].

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 2025-12-26.

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