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  • S. RES. 647 — Recognizing the designation of the week of April 11 through April 17, 2024, as the seventh annual Black Maternal Health Week.
    Status:Introduced in Senate
    Words:686

    The resolution S. RES. 647 recognizes the week of April 11 to April 17, 2024, as "Black Maternal Health Week." It highlights the concerning statistics and systemic issues contributing to high maternal mortality rates among Black women in the United States. The resolution calls on Congress to...

    Simple Explanation

    The resolution wants to make the week from April 11 to April 17 special to help keep Black moms healthy and safe because they often face more problems when having babies. It also suggests that people listen more to what Black women say about their health and make sure they have good doctors and care.

  • H. RES. 1153 — Recognizing the designation of the week of April 11 through April 17, 2024, as the seventh annual Black Maternal Health Week.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:778

    H. RES. 1153 is a resolution recognizing the week of April 11 through April 17, 2024, as the seventh annual "Black Maternal Health Week." This resolution highlights the severe maternal health challenges faced by Black women in the United States, noting that they are significantly more likely...

    Simple Explanation

    H. RES. 1153 is a plan to celebrate a special week called "Black Maternal Health Week," which wants everyone to know that Black moms need extra help to stay healthy and safe when they have babies. It asks leaders to make fairer rules and better programs to help these moms and their families.