A resolution promoting minority health awareness and supporting the goals and ideals of National Minority Health Month in April 2023, which include bringing attention to the health disparities faced by minority populations of the United States such as American Indians, Alaska Natives, Asian Americans, African Americans, Hispanics, and Native Hawaiians or other Pacific Islanders.

12/15/2023, 4:04 PM

This resolution expresses support for National Minority Health Month.

Bill 118 sres 221 is a resolution that aims to promote minority health awareness and support the goals and ideals of National Minority Health Month in April 2023. The resolution seeks to bring attention to the health disparities faced by minority populations in the United States, including American Indians, Alaska Natives, Asian Americans, African Americans, Hispanics, and Native Hawaiians or other Pacific Islanders.

The resolution highlights the importance of addressing these health disparities and working towards achieving health equity for all individuals, regardless of their race or ethnicity. It emphasizes the need for increased awareness and education about minority health issues, as well as the importance of promoting culturally competent healthcare services.

By supporting National Minority Health Month, the resolution aims to raise awareness about the unique health challenges faced by minority populations and to encourage efforts to improve health outcomes and reduce disparities. It also recognizes the contributions of minority health professionals and advocates for increased funding and resources to support minority health initiatives. Overall, Bill 118 sres 221 is a non-partisan effort to promote minority health awareness and support the goals of National Minority Health Month in April 2023, with the ultimate goal of achieving health equity for all individuals in the United States.
Congress
118

Number
SRES - 221

Introduced on
2023-05-18

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

5/18/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Passed in Senate

Purpose and Summary

This resolution expresses support for National Minority Health Month.

Bill 118 sres 221 is a resolution that aims to promote minority health awareness and support the goals and ideals of National Minority Health Month in April 2023. The resolution seeks to bring attention to the health disparities faced by minority populations in the United States, including American Indians, Alaska Natives, Asian Americans, African Americans, Hispanics, and Native Hawaiians or other Pacific Islanders.

The resolution highlights the importance of addressing these health disparities and working towards achieving health equity for all individuals, regardless of their race or ethnicity. It emphasizes the need for increased awareness and education about minority health issues, as well as the importance of promoting culturally competent healthcare services.

By supporting National Minority Health Month, the resolution aims to raise awareness about the unique health challenges faced by minority populations and to encourage efforts to improve health outcomes and reduce disparities. It also recognizes the contributions of minority health professionals and advocates for increased funding and resources to support minority health initiatives. Overall, Bill 118 sres 221 is a non-partisan effort to promote minority health awareness and support the goals of National Minority Health Month in April 2023, with the ultimate goal of achieving health equity for all individuals in the United States.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA resolution promoting minority health awareness and supporting the goals and ideals of National Minority Health Month in April 2023, which include bringing attention to the health disparities faced by minority populations of the United States such as American Indians, Alaska Natives, Asian Americans, African Americans, Hispanics, and Native Hawaiians or other Pacific Islanders.

Policy Areas
Health

Potential Impact
Commemorative events and holidays•
Health promotion and preventive care•
Minority health

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary6/1/2023

This resolution expresses support for National Minority Health Month.


Latest Action5/18/2023
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S1754-1755; text: CR S1751-1752)