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Expressing support for the designation of September 9 as "National African Immigrant and Refugee HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis Awareness Day" or "NAIRHHA Day".

USA119th CongressHRES-693| House 
| Updated: 9/10/2025
Henry C. "Hank" Johnson

Henry C. "Hank" Johnson

Democratic Representative

Georgia

Cosponsors (1)
Nydia M. Velázquez (Democratic)

Energy and Commerce Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This resolution highlights the significant health disparities faced by African immigrant and refugee communities in the United States, noting their rapid population growth and alarmingly high rates of HIV and chronic hepatitis B compared to the general population. These communities encounter substantial barriers to care, including low awareness of preventative measures like PrEP, pervasive stigma, language barriers, and fear associated with immigration status, which collectively hinder access to testing, treatment, and culturally appropriate healthcare services. Existing awareness initiatives often overlook the distinct factors influencing these high infection rates among African immigrants, who are frequently misclassified in health surveillance data. To address these critical issues, the resolution supports designating September 9 as "National African Immigrant and Refugee HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis Awareness Day" (NAIRHHA Day). This day aims to bring local and national attention to HIV/AIDS and viral hepatitis within these populations through culturally and linguistically appropriate methods. Its objectives include raising awareness , eliminating stigma, educating communities on prevention and treatment, and advocating for policies that promote healthier outcomes by encouraging robust screening, vaccination, and linkage to care.
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HRES 118-693
Expressing support for the designation of September 9 as "National African Immigrant and Refugee HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis Awareness (NAIRHHA) Day".
Sep 10, 2025
Submitted in House
Sep 10, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 118-693
    Expressing support for the designation of September 9 as "National African Immigrant and Refugee HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis Awareness (NAIRHHA) Day".


  • September 10, 2025
    Submitted in House


  • September 10, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Health

Expressing support for the designation of September 9 as "National African Immigrant and Refugee HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis Awareness Day" or "NAIRHHA Day".

USA119th CongressHRES-693| House 
| Updated: 9/10/2025
This resolution highlights the significant health disparities faced by African immigrant and refugee communities in the United States, noting their rapid population growth and alarmingly high rates of HIV and chronic hepatitis B compared to the general population. These communities encounter substantial barriers to care, including low awareness of preventative measures like PrEP, pervasive stigma, language barriers, and fear associated with immigration status, which collectively hinder access to testing, treatment, and culturally appropriate healthcare services. Existing awareness initiatives often overlook the distinct factors influencing these high infection rates among African immigrants, who are frequently misclassified in health surveillance data. To address these critical issues, the resolution supports designating September 9 as "National African Immigrant and Refugee HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis Awareness Day" (NAIRHHA Day). This day aims to bring local and national attention to HIV/AIDS and viral hepatitis within these populations through culturally and linguistically appropriate methods. Its objectives include raising awareness , eliminating stigma, educating communities on prevention and treatment, and advocating for policies that promote healthier outcomes by encouraging robust screening, vaccination, and linkage to care.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 118-693
Expressing support for the designation of September 9 as "National African Immigrant and Refugee HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis Awareness (NAIRHHA) Day".
Sep 10, 2025
Submitted in House
Sep 10, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 118-693
    Expressing support for the designation of September 9 as "National African Immigrant and Refugee HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis Awareness (NAIRHHA) Day".


  • September 10, 2025
    Submitted in House


  • September 10, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Henry C. "Hank" Johnson

Henry C. "Hank" Johnson

Democratic Representative

Georgia

Cosponsors (1)
Nydia M. Velázquez (Democratic)

Energy and Commerce Committee

Health

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted