Proposed
Resolution · 119th Congress · SRES 856
A resolution supporting the designation of September 19, 2026, as "National Stillbirth Prevention and Awareness Day", recognizing tens of thousands of families in the United States that have endured a stillbirth, and seizing the opportunity to keep other families from experiencing the same tragedy.
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Introduced 2026-09-16Topic: public health · health careCommemorativeSummary
AI-generated summary, report an errorThis Senate resolution supports naming September 19, 2026, as "National Stillbirth Prevention and Awareness Day." It states that the Senate supports the goals of the day and understands the importance of advancing evidence-based stillbirth prevention efforts. It asks the President to issue a proclamation calling on people in the United States to observe the day with prevention and awareness programs and activities. The resolution does not create new programs or spending.
Sponsors
- Jeff Merkley Democrat sponsor
- 12 cosponsors
Action history
| Date | Chamber | Action | Status effect |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-16 | Senate | Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S4759) | refer |
| 2026-09-16 | Submitted in Senate | introduce |