A resolution supporting the designation of the week of April 11 through April 17, 2025, as the eighth annual "Black Maternal Health Week", founded by Black Mamas Matter Alliance, Inc., to bring national attention to the maternal and reproductive health crisis in the United States and the importance of reducing maternal mortality and morbidity among Black women and birthing people.

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Summary of Bill SRES 172

The bill, Senate Resolution 172 of the 119th Congress, introduced on April 10, 2025, aims to support the designation of the week of April 11 through April 17, 2025, as the eighth annual "Black Maternal Health Week," initiated by the Black Mamas Matter Alliance, Inc. The bill seeks to raise national awareness about the maternal and reproductive health crisis in the United States, with a specific focus on reducing maternal mortality and morbidity among Black women and birthing individuals.

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Current Status of Bill SRES 172

Bill SRES 172 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 10, 2025. Bill SRES 172 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on April 10, 2025. Bill SRES 172's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of April 10, 2025

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 172

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 172

A resolution supporting the designation of the week of April 11 through April 17, 2025, as the eighth annual "Black Maternal Health Week", founded by Black Mamas Matter Alliance, Inc., to bring national attention to the maternal and reproductive health crisis in the United States and the importance of reducing maternal mortality and morbidity among Black women and birthing people.