Recognizing the threat of air pollution and extreme heat to maternal and infant health, and expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that meaningful interventions must be rapidly and equitably developed and deployed to address the unique vulnerabilities of pregnancy in Latino communities.

9/26/2024, 3:48 AM

This resolution recognizes there is an immediate need to equip pregnant Latinas and families with preventative tools and knowledge relating to air pollution and heat exposure and supports a variety of resources to support pregnant women and families.

Bill 118 HRES 1494, titled "Recognizing the threat of air pollution and extreme heat to maternal and infant health," focuses on the impact of environmental factors on the health of pregnant women and infants, particularly in Latino communities. The bill emphasizes the need for rapid and equitable interventions to address the unique vulnerabilities faced by pregnant women in these communities.

The bill highlights the dangers posed by air pollution and extreme heat to maternal and infant health, noting that these factors can have a disproportionate impact on Latino communities. It calls for meaningful interventions to be developed and deployed quickly to address these vulnerabilities.

The House of Representatives expresses its sense that urgent action is needed to protect the health of pregnant women and infants in Latino communities. The bill emphasizes the importance of addressing these environmental threats in a timely and equitable manner. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1494 underscores the importance of recognizing and addressing the specific challenges faced by pregnant women in Latino communities when it comes to air pollution and extreme heat. It calls for swift and fair interventions to protect the health of these vulnerable populations.
Congress
118

Number
HRES - 1494

Introduced on
2024-09-24

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

9/24/2024

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This resolution recognizes there is an immediate need to equip pregnant Latinas and families with preventative tools and knowledge relating to air pollution and heat exposure and supports a variety of resources to support pregnant women and families.

Bill 118 HRES 1494, titled "Recognizing the threat of air pollution and extreme heat to maternal and infant health," focuses on the impact of environmental factors on the health of pregnant women and infants, particularly in Latino communities. The bill emphasizes the need for rapid and equitable interventions to address the unique vulnerabilities faced by pregnant women in these communities.

The bill highlights the dangers posed by air pollution and extreme heat to maternal and infant health, noting that these factors can have a disproportionate impact on Latino communities. It calls for meaningful interventions to be developed and deployed quickly to address these vulnerabilities.

The House of Representatives expresses its sense that urgent action is needed to protect the health of pregnant women and infants in Latino communities. The bill emphasizes the importance of addressing these environmental threats in a timely and equitable manner. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1494 underscores the importance of recognizing and addressing the specific challenges faced by pregnant women in Latino communities when it comes to air pollution and extreme heat. It calls for swift and fair interventions to protect the health of these vulnerable populations.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedRecognizing the threat of air pollution and extreme heat to maternal and infant health, and expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that meaningful interventions must be rapidly and equitably developed and deployed to address the unique vulnerabilities of pregnancy in Latino communities.

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Latest Summary12/12/2024

This resolution recognizes there is an immediate need to equip pregnant Latinas and families with preventative tools and knowledge relating to air pollution and heat exposure and supports a variety of resources to support pregnant women and famili...


Latest Action9/24/2024
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.