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Expressing support for the designation of September 9 as "National African Immigrant and Refugee HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis Awareness (NAIRHHA) Day".
2/5/2024, 2:30 PM
Summary of Bill HRES 693
Bill 118 HRES 693, also known as the National African Immigrant and Refugee HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis Awareness (NAIRHHA) Day, aims to designate September 9th as a day to raise awareness about the impact of HIV/AIDS and hepatitis on African immigrants and refugees in the United States. The bill expresses support for efforts to educate and inform the public about the challenges faced by this community in accessing healthcare and treatment for these diseases.
The bill highlights the disproportionate burden of HIV/AIDS and hepatitis on African immigrants and refugees, who often face barriers such as language, cultural differences, and lack of access to healthcare services. By designating September 9th as NAIRHHA Day, the bill seeks to bring attention to these issues and promote greater understanding and support for this vulnerable population.
Overall, Bill 118 HRES 693 is a non-partisan effort to address the unique healthcare needs of African immigrants and refugees in the United States, particularly in relation to HIV/AIDS and hepatitis. It emphasizes the importance of raising awareness and providing resources to support this community in their fight against these diseases.
The bill highlights the disproportionate burden of HIV/AIDS and hepatitis on African immigrants and refugees, who often face barriers such as language, cultural differences, and lack of access to healthcare services. By designating September 9th as NAIRHHA Day, the bill seeks to bring attention to these issues and promote greater understanding and support for this vulnerable population.
Overall, Bill 118 HRES 693 is a non-partisan effort to address the unique healthcare needs of African immigrants and refugees in the United States, particularly in relation to HIV/AIDS and hepatitis. It emphasizes the importance of raising awareness and providing resources to support this community in their fight against these diseases.
Congressional Summary of HRES 693
This resolution supports the designation of National African Immigrant and Refugee HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis Awareness (NAIRHHA) Day. The resolution also recognizes the importance of dedicating more attention and resources to addressing HIV/AIDS and viral hepatitis in African immigrant and refugee communities across the United States.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 693
Bill HRES 693 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 18, 2023. Bill HRES 693 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on September 18, 2023. Bill HRES 693's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of September 22, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 693
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
26Democrat Cosponsors
26Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 693
Primary Policy Focus
HealthPotential Impact Areas
- Commemorative events and holidays
- Digestive and metabolic diseases
- HIV/AIDS
- Health promotion and preventive care
- Immigrant health and welfare
- Minority health
- Refugees, asylum, displaced persons
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 693
Expressing support for the designation of September 9 as "National African Immigrant and Refugee HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis Awareness (NAIRHHA) Day".
Expressing support for the designation of September 9 as "National African Immigrant and Refugee HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis Awareness (NAIRHHA) Day".
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HRES 693
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