Bill117th CongressFiled Apr 7, 2022Health
S.Res. 590
A resolution recognizing the designation of the week of April 11 through April 17, 2022, as the fifth annual "Black Maternal Health Week" to bring national attention to the maternal health crisis in the United States and the importance of reducing maternal mortality and morbidity among Black women and birthing persons.
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What it doesSummary introduced in senate (Apr 7, 2022)
This resolution recognizes that Black women are experiencing high, disproportionate rates of maternal mortality and morbidity in the United States and that Black Maternal Health Week is an opportunity to deepen the national conversation about Black maternal health.
What just happenedApr 7, 2022
Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S2099-2100)
Who’s behind it
Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ](D-NJ)Sponsor
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- Introduced in SenateApr 7, 2022
- Apr 7, 2022IntroReferral
Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S2099-2100)
Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee - Apr 7, 2022IntroReferral10000
Introduced in Senate