A resolution recognizing the designation of the week of April 11 through April 17, 2024, as the seventh annual "Black Maternal Health Week".
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Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S2829-2830)
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AI Government Intelligence™Senate Resolution 647 from the 118th Congress designates the week of April 11 through April 17, 2024, as the seventh annual "Black Maternal Health Week." The resolution aims to formally recognize this week to raise awareness about issues related to Black maternal health. The bill was referred to the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions but did not advance further and is currently listed as failed or expired. No additional legislative text or detailed provisions are available for this resolution.
This resolution sought to officially recognize a week dedicated to Black maternal health awareness in April 2024 but did not pass the Senate.
- Designates April 11-17, 2024, as the seventh annual Black Maternal Health Week.
- Aims to raise awareness about health issues affecting Black mothers.
- Referred to the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions but did not progress further.
['Black mothers and families concerned with maternal health disparities', 'Public health organizations focused on maternal and racial health equity', 'Healthcare providers and advocacy groups working on maternal health issues']
['No specific funding or enforcement mechanisms are included in the resolution.', 'As a non-binding resolution, it does not create legal obligations or direct policy changes.', 'Lack of detailed provisions limits measurable impact or accountability.']
The resolution was introduced in the Senate during the 118th Congress and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. It aligns with ongoing public health efforts to address racial disparities in maternal health outcomes. However, the resolution did not advance beyond committee referral and is recorded as failed or expired as of the latest update in August 2025.
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['Increased public and governmental awareness of Black maternal health issues during the designated week.', 'Potential encouragement for related advocacy, research, and policy discussions by stakeholders.', 'Possible influence on future legislative or public health initiatives addressing maternal health disparities.']
As a non-binding Senate resolution without accompanying legislative text or funding, this bill serves primarily a symbolic and awareness-raising function. Transparency considerations include the absence of detailed provisions or implementation plans, limiting the scope for oversight or measurable impact. The bill's failure to advance beyond committee referral is clearly documented.
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