Expressing support for the designation of the week of August 25, 2024, through August 31, 2024, as "Black Breastfeeding Week".

United States118th CongressHRES-1416House of Representatives
Updated: Aug 27, 2024

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.

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  1. Introduced in House

  2. Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

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