Expressing support for the designation of the week of August 25 through August 31, 2026, as "Black Breastfeeding Week".

This resolution expresses support for designating the week of August 25 through August 31, 2026, as "Black Breastfeeding Week" . The designation aims to raise awareness about the maternal and child health crisis in Black communities and highlight the critical role breastfeeding plays in improving health outcomes. It acknowledges that systemic and institutional racism creates greater barriers for Black women to meet breastfeeding guidelines, contributing to increased health disparities and making Black mothers and infants particularly vulnerable. The resolution recognizes the unacceptable rates of maternal mortality, especially among Black women, and calls for Congressional action. It urges Congress to fully support policies that ensure Black parents have access to affordable health care , allow for paid leave after childbirth, and guarantee that breastfeeding mothers have appropriate places to express breast milk. Furthermore, it emphasizes the need for Congress to mitigate systemic and structural racism by ensuring Black communities have access to essential resources such as adequate housing, nutritious food, clean water, and comprehensive, quality, and affordable healthcare, alongside fair treatment within the justice system and economic opportunity.