Proposed
Resolution · 119th Congress · HRES 662
Expressing support for the designation of the week of August 25 through August 31, 2025, as "Black Breastfeeding Week".
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Introduced 2025-08-26Topic: health careSummary
Summary by the Congressional Research ServiceThis 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.
Sponsors
- Alma S. Adams Democrat sponsor
- 1 cosponsors
Action history
| Date | Chamber | Action | Status effect |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-08-26 | House | Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. | refer |
| 2025-08-26 | Submitted in House | refer | |
| 2025-08-26 | Submitted in House | introduce |