Supporting the recognition of a "Day of Remembrance and Commitment to Maternal Health Equity", honoring the life of Kira Johnson, and commending 4Kira4Moms for its unwavering dedication to improving maternal health in Atlanta, throughout Georgia, and across the United States, and for other purposes.
This resolution advocates for the recognition of a "Day of Remembrance and Commitment to Maternal Health Equity," honoring the life of Kira Johnson, whose tragic death from preventable complications following childbirth became a catalyst for change. It commends 4Kira4Moms, an organization founded by her husband, Charles Johnson, for its unwavering dedication to improving maternal health in Atlanta, Georgia, and nationwide. Since its inception, 4Kira4Moms has tirelessly worked to improve maternal health outcomes, elevate the voices of Black mothers, and advocate for federal and state policies that advance maternal health equity. The organization has supported landmark legislation such as the Preventing Maternal Deaths Act and championed the comprehensive Black Maternal Health Momnibus Act , which addresses various factors impacting maternal care. Furthermore, 4Kira4Moms supports the proposed Kira Johnson Act , which aims to advance critical accountability measures by: providing grants to community-based organizations to improve maternal health outcomes, particularly for Black women and underserved communities; funding training programs to identify and reduce bias, racism, and discrimination in maternity care settings; establishing respectful maternity care compliance programs within hospitals; and directing research and oversight into these initiatives. The organization also endorses the Dads Matter Act and the PREEMIE Reauthorization Act , recognizing the importance of paternal engagement and quality perinatal care. The resolution underscores the disproportionately high rates of pregnancy-related deaths and severe maternal morbidity experienced by Black women in the United States, emphasizing the urgent need for sustained federal leadership and community-driven solutions. It applauds the leadership of Charles Johnson and Gabrielle Albert for their steadfast commitment to advancing legislative solutions, promoting respectful maternity care, and working to eradicate preventable maternal mortality nationwide.
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Submitted in House
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Submitted in House
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Supporting the recognition of a "Day of Remembrance and Commitment to Maternal Health Equity", honoring the life of Kira Johnson, and commending 4Kira4Moms for its unwavering dedication to improving maternal health in Atlanta, throughout Georgia, and across the United States, and for other purposes.
USA119th CongressHRES-1163| House
| Updated: 4/9/2026
This resolution advocates for the recognition of a "Day of Remembrance and Commitment to Maternal Health Equity," honoring the life of Kira Johnson, whose tragic death from preventable complications following childbirth became a catalyst for change. It commends 4Kira4Moms, an organization founded by her husband, Charles Johnson, for its unwavering dedication to improving maternal health in Atlanta, Georgia, and nationwide. Since its inception, 4Kira4Moms has tirelessly worked to improve maternal health outcomes, elevate the voices of Black mothers, and advocate for federal and state policies that advance maternal health equity. The organization has supported landmark legislation such as the Preventing Maternal Deaths Act and championed the comprehensive Black Maternal Health Momnibus Act , which addresses various factors impacting maternal care. Furthermore, 4Kira4Moms supports the proposed Kira Johnson Act , which aims to advance critical accountability measures by: providing grants to community-based organizations to improve maternal health outcomes, particularly for Black women and underserved communities; funding training programs to identify and reduce bias, racism, and discrimination in maternity care settings; establishing respectful maternity care compliance programs within hospitals; and directing research and oversight into these initiatives. The organization also endorses the Dads Matter Act and the PREEMIE Reauthorization Act , recognizing the importance of paternal engagement and quality perinatal care. The resolution underscores the disproportionately high rates of pregnancy-related deaths and severe maternal morbidity experienced by Black women in the United States, emphasizing the urgent need for sustained federal leadership and community-driven solutions. It applauds the leadership of Charles Johnson and Gabrielle Albert for their steadfast commitment to advancing legislative solutions, promoting respectful maternity care, and working to eradicate preventable maternal mortality nationwide.