Expressing support for the designation of the week of August 25 through August 31, 2020, 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.
USA116th CongressHRES-1096| House
| Updated: 9/1/2020
Alma S. Adams
Democratic Representative
North Carolina
Energy and Commerce Committee
- Introduced
- In Committee
- On Floor
- Passed Chamber
- Enacted
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.
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Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Health
Child healthEmployee leaveEnvironmental healthHazardous wastes and toxic substancesHealth care coverage and accessHealth care qualityHousing supply and affordabilityMinority healthNutrition and dietRacial and ethnic relationsViolent crimeWages and earningsWater qualityWater use and supplyWomen's health
Expressing support for the designation of the week of August 25 through August 31, 2020, 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.
USA116th CongressHRES-1096| House
| Updated: 9/1/2020
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.
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Timeline
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Alma S. Adams
Democratic Representative
North Carolina
Energy and Commerce Committee
Health
- Introduced
- In Committee
- On Floor
- Passed Chamber
- Enacted
Child healthEmployee leaveEnvironmental healthHazardous wastes and toxic substancesHealth care coverage and accessHealth care qualityHousing supply and affordabilityMinority healthNutrition and dietRacial and ethnic relationsViolent crimeWages and earningsWater qualityWater use and supplyWomen's health