Expressing support for the designation of September 9 as "National African Immigrant and Refugee HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis Awareness (NAIRHHA) Day".

2/5/2024, 2:30 PM

This resolution supports the designation of National African Immigrant and Refugee HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis Awareness (NAIRHHA) Day. The resolution also recognizes the importance of dedicating more attention and resources to addressing HIV/AIDS and viral hepatitis in African immigrant and refugee communities across the United States.

Bill 118 HRES 693, also known as the National African Immigrant and Refugee HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis Awareness (NAIRHHA) Day, aims to designate September 9th as a day to raise awareness about the impact of HIV/AIDS and hepatitis on African immigrants and refugees in the United States. The bill expresses support for efforts to educate and inform the public about the challenges faced by this community in accessing healthcare and treatment for these diseases.

The bill highlights the disproportionate burden of HIV/AIDS and hepatitis on African immigrants and refugees, who often face barriers such as language, cultural differences, and lack of access to healthcare services. By designating September 9th as NAIRHHA Day, the bill seeks to bring attention to these issues and promote greater understanding and support for this vulnerable population.

Overall, Bill 118 HRES 693 is a non-partisan effort to address the unique healthcare needs of African immigrants and refugees in the United States, particularly in relation to HIV/AIDS and hepatitis. It emphasizes the importance of raising awareness and providing resources to support this community in their fight against these diseases.
Congress
118

Number
HRES - 693

Introduced on
2023-09-18

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

9/18/2023

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

This resolution supports the designation of National African Immigrant and Refugee HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis Awareness (NAIRHHA) Day. The resolution also recognizes the importance of dedicating more attention and resources to addressing HIV/AIDS and viral hepatitis in African immigrant and refugee communities across the United States.

Bill 118 HRES 693, also known as the National African Immigrant and Refugee HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis Awareness (NAIRHHA) Day, aims to designate September 9th as a day to raise awareness about the impact of HIV/AIDS and hepatitis on African immigrants and refugees in the United States. The bill expresses support for efforts to educate and inform the public about the challenges faced by this community in accessing healthcare and treatment for these diseases.

The bill highlights the disproportionate burden of HIV/AIDS and hepatitis on African immigrants and refugees, who often face barriers such as language, cultural differences, and lack of access to healthcare services. By designating September 9th as NAIRHHA Day, the bill seeks to bring attention to these issues and promote greater understanding and support for this vulnerable population.

Overall, Bill 118 HRES 693 is a non-partisan effort to address the unique healthcare needs of African immigrants and refugees in the United States, particularly in relation to HIV/AIDS and hepatitis. It emphasizes the importance of raising awareness and providing resources to support this community in their fight against these diseases.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedExpressing support for the designation of September 9 as "National African Immigrant and Refugee HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis Awareness (NAIRHHA) Day".

Policy Areas
Health

Potential Impact
Commemorative events and holidays
Digestive and metabolic diseases
HIV/AIDS
Health promotion and preventive care
Immigrant health and welfare
Minority health
Refugees, asylum, displaced persons

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary12/5/2024

This resolution supports the designation of National African Immigrant and Refugee HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis Awareness (NAIRHHA) Day. The resolution also recognizes the importance of dedicating more attention and resources to addressing HIV/AIDS...


Latest Action9/22/2023
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.