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.

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Summary of Bill SRES 221

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.

Congressional Summary of SRES 221

This resolution expresses support for National Minority Health Month.

Current Status of Bill SRES 221

Bill SRES 221 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 18, 2023. Bill SRES 221 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on May 18, 2023.  Bill SRES 221's most recent activity was 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) as of May 18, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 221

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
20
Democrat Cosponsors
12
Republican Cosponsors
8
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 221

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

Commemorative events and holidaysHealth promotion and preventive careMinority health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 221

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.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.
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