Support for Black Breastfeeding Week to Address Health Disparities
This House Resolution expresses support for designating August 25-31, 2025, as “Black Breastfeeding Week.” It aims to raise awareness about health inequities and barriers faced by Black mothers regarding breastfeeding, emphasizing its crucial role in improving infant and maternal health outcomes. The document calls for policies that ensure access to affordable healthcare, paid parental leave, and appropriate spaces for breastfeeding mothers.
Key points
Designates “Black Breastfeeding Week” to raise awareness about health crises in Black communities and the importance of breastfeeding.
Highlights that systemic racism creates greater barriers for Black women in meeting breastfeeding guidelines, leading to increased health disparities for mothers and infants.
Calls on Congress to support policies ensuring Black parents have access to affordable healthcare, paid leave after childbirth, and appropriate places for breastfeeding mothers to express milk.
Emphasizes the need for Congress to work towards ensuring Black communities have adequate housing, transportation equity, nutritious food, clean water, and comprehensive healthcare.
Status:
Introduced
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