Expressing support for the designation of the week of April 11 through April 17, 2022, as the fifth annual "Black Maternal Health Week" to bring national attention to the maternal health crisis in the United States and the importance of reducing maternal mortality and morbidity among Black women and birthing persons.

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Summary of Bill HRES 1051

Bill 117 H.Res. 1051 is a resolution that expresses support for designating the week of April 11 through April 17, 2022, as the fifth annual "Black Maternal Health Week." The purpose of this designation is to bring national attention to the maternal health crisis in the United States, specifically focusing on the high rates of maternal mortality and morbidity among Black women and birthing persons.

The resolution highlights the importance of reducing these disparities and addressing the systemic issues that contribute to them. It emphasizes the need for increased awareness, research, and resources to improve the health outcomes of Black mothers and birthing persons.

By recognizing and supporting Black Maternal Health Week, the resolution aims to raise awareness about the challenges faced by Black women and birthing persons in accessing quality maternal healthcare and to promote policies and initiatives that can help reduce maternal mortality and morbidity rates within this community. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 1051 seeks to bring attention to the urgent need for action to address the maternal health crisis affecting Black women and birthing persons in the United States.

Congressional Summary of HRES 1051

This resolution recognizes that Black women are experiencing high, disproportionate rates of maternal mortality and morbidity in the United States and that Black Maternal Health Week is an opportunity to deepen the national conversation about Black maternal health.

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Current Status of Bill HRES 1051

Bill HRES 1051 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 11, 2022. Bill HRES 1051 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on April 11, 2022. Bill HRES 1051's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Nutrition, Oversight, and Department Operations. as of April 18, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 1051

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Total Number of Cosponsors

202

Democrat Cosponsors

202

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 1051

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

Air qualityCommemorative events and holidaysCommunity life and organizationCriminal investigation, prosecution, interrogationDisability and health-based discriminationEconomic developmentEnvironmental healthFood supply, safety, and labelingHazardous wastes and toxic substancesHealth care costs and insuranceHealth care coverage and accessHealth personnelHousing supply and affordabilityHuman rightsMedical researchMinority healthNutrition and dietRacial and ethnic relationsSex and reproductive healthViolent crimeWages and earningsWater qualityWomen's health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 1051

Expressing support for the designation of the week of April 11 through April 17, 2022, as the fifth annual "Black Maternal Health Week" to bring national attention to the maternal health crisis in the United States and the importance of reducing maternal mortality and morbidity among Black women and birthing persons.Expressing support for the designation of the week of April 11 through April 17, 2022, as the fifth annual "Black Maternal Health Week" to bring national attention to the maternal health crisis in the United States and the importance of reducing maternal mortality and morbidity among Black women and birthing persons.

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