Expressing support for the designation of the week of July 19 through July 25, 2021, as "Black Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week", and supporting the goals and ideals of raising awareness and understanding of maternal mental health conditions as they affect Black individuals.

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Summary of Bill HRES 536

Bill 117 H.Res. 536, also known as the "Black Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week" resolution, aims to designate the week of July 19 through July 25, 2021, as a time to raise awareness and understanding of maternal mental health conditions specifically within the Black community. The resolution supports the goals and ideals of increasing awareness and understanding of the unique challenges and disparities faced by Black individuals when it comes to maternal mental health.

The resolution recognizes the importance of addressing maternal mental health conditions, such as postpartum depression and anxiety, that disproportionately affect Black women. It acknowledges that Black women are more likely to experience these conditions and face barriers to accessing appropriate care and support.

By designating a specific week to focus on Black maternal mental health awareness, the resolution aims to bring attention to the need for increased resources, support, and education for Black individuals experiencing maternal mental health conditions. It also seeks to promote policies and initiatives that address the systemic factors contributing to disparities in maternal mental health outcomes for Black women. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 536 highlights the importance of recognizing and addressing the unique challenges faced by Black individuals in relation to maternal mental health, and calls for increased awareness, understanding, and support for Black maternal mental health issues.

Congressional Summary of HRES 536

This resolution expresses support for the designation of Black Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week.

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Current Status of Bill HRES 536

Bill HRES 536 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 19, 2021. Bill HRES 536 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on July 19, 2021.  Bill HRES 536's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of July 20, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 536

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
68
Democrat Cosponsors
68
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 536

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 536

Expressing support for the designation of the week of July 19 through July 25, 2021, as "Black Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week", and supporting the goals and ideals of raising awareness and understanding of maternal mental health conditions as they affect Black individuals.Expressing support for the designation of the week of July 19 through July 25, 2021, as "Black Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week", and supporting the goals and ideals of raising awareness and understanding of maternal mental health conditions as they affect Black individuals.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HRES 536

R
Lisa Blunt Rochester
Delaware(Democrat)
R
Bonnie Watson Coleman
New Jersey(Democrat)
R
Frederica S. Wilson
Florida(Democrat)
R
Marc A. Veasey
Texas(Democrat)
R
Nydia M. Velázquez
New York(Democrat)

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