HRES 603
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Expressing support for the designation of the week of August 25 through August 31, 2021, as "Black Breastfeeding Week" to bring national attention to the United States maternal child health crisis in the Black community and the important role that breastfeeding plays in improving maternal and infant health outcomes.
Introduced: August 24, 2021
Introduced by:
Adams, Alma S.
Democratic
· North Carolina
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Introduced
In committee
Reported out
Passed House
Passed Senate
To President
Became law
Aug 25, 2021
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Aug 24, 2021
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Aug 24, 2021
Introduced in House
Plain-English summary
This resolution recognizes the negative effects of systemic and institutional racism on the ability of Black women to meet breastfeeding guidelines. It also recognizes that the barriers created by racism contribute to health disparities and identifies policies to mitigate these barriers.
What's happening now
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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