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Supporting the designation of September 19, 2023, as "National Stillbirth Prevention Day", recognizing tens of thousands of American families that have endured a stillbirth, and seizing the opportunity to keep other families from experiencing the same tragedy.

2/5/2024, 2:30 PM

Summary of Bill HRES 686

Bill 118 HRES 686, also known as the "National Stillbirth Prevention Day" bill, aims to designate September 19, 2023, as a day to recognize and honor the tens of thousands of American families who have experienced the tragedy of stillbirth. The bill seeks to raise awareness about stillbirth and the impact it has on families, as well as to promote efforts to prevent future occurrences.

The bill emphasizes the importance of supporting families who have endured stillbirth and acknowledges the emotional and physical toll it takes on parents and loved ones. By designating a specific day to recognize stillbirth, the bill aims to bring attention to this often overlooked issue and provide support and resources to families who have been affected.

Furthermore, the bill highlights the opportunity to prevent future stillbirths by raising awareness, conducting research, and implementing preventive measures. By recognizing National Stillbirth Prevention Day, the bill seeks to honor the memory of babies lost to stillbirth and work towards a future where fewer families have to experience this heartbreaking tragedy. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 686 is a bipartisan effort to bring attention to the issue of stillbirth, support families who have been affected, and work towards preventing future occurrences. It emphasizes the importance of recognizing and addressing this issue in order to support and protect American families.

Congressional Summary of HRES 686

This resolution expresses support for National Stillbirth Prevention Day.

Current Status of Bill HRES 686

Bill HRES 686 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 14, 2023. Bill HRES 686 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on September 14, 2023.  Bill HRES 686's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of September 15, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 686

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 686

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

- Child health
- Commemorative events and holidays
- Health promotion and preventive care
- Sex and reproductive health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 686

Supporting the designation of September 19, 2023, as "National Stillbirth Prevention Day", recognizing tens of thousands of American families that have endured a stillbirth, and seizing the opportunity to keep other families from experiencing the same tragedy.
Supporting the designation of September 19, 2023, as "National Stillbirth Prevention Day", recognizing tens of thousands of American families that have endured a stillbirth, and seizing the opportunity to keep other families from experiencing the same tragedy.

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