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A resolution declaring racism a public health crisis.
2/13/2025, 1:19 PM
Summary of Bill SRES 67
Bill 119 S.Res. 67 is a resolution introduced in the US Congress that aims to declare racism as a public health crisis. The resolution highlights the detrimental impact of racism on the health and well-being of individuals and communities across the United States. It acknowledges that systemic racism has led to disparities in healthcare access, quality, and outcomes for marginalized communities, particularly Black, Indigenous, and people of color.
The resolution calls for increased awareness and action to address the root causes of racism and its effects on public health. It emphasizes the importance of implementing policies and programs that promote health equity and eliminate racial disparities in healthcare. The resolution also recognizes the need for data collection and research to better understand and address the impact of racism on health outcomes.
Overall, Bill 119 S.Res. 67 seeks to raise awareness about the intersection of racism and public health, and to encourage lawmakers, healthcare providers, and communities to work together to combat racism and promote health equity for all individuals.
The resolution calls for increased awareness and action to address the root causes of racism and its effects on public health. It emphasizes the importance of implementing policies and programs that promote health equity and eliminate racial disparities in healthcare. The resolution also recognizes the need for data collection and research to better understand and address the impact of racism on health outcomes.
Overall, Bill 119 S.Res. 67 seeks to raise awareness about the intersection of racism and public health, and to encourage lawmakers, healthcare providers, and communities to work together to combat racism and promote health equity for all individuals.
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Current Status of Bill SRES 67
Bill SRES 67 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 6, 2025. Bill SRES 67 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on February 6, 2025. Bill SRES 67's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S800-802) as of February 6, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 67
Total Number of Sponsors
4Democrat Sponsors
4Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
6Democrat Cosponsors
6Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 67
Primary Policy Focus
HealthPotential Impact Areas
- Health care coverage and access
- Health care quality
- Minority health
- Racial and ethnic relations
Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 67
A resolution declaring racism a public health crisis.
A resolution declaring racism a public health crisis.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of SRES 67
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