Supporting the designation of the week of April 11 through April 17, 2025, as the eighth annual "Black Maternal Health Week", founded by Black Mamas Matter Alliance, Inc. (BMMA), to bring national attention to the maternal and reproductive health crisis in the United States and the importance of reducing maternal mortality and morbidity among Black women and birthing people.

Key Points

• This resolution officially recognizes April 11 through April 17, 2025, as Black Maternal Health Week. It aims to bring national attention to the high rates of pregnancy-related deaths and health complications among Black women in the United States.
• The proposal highlights data from the CDC showing that Black women are two to three times more likely to die from pregnancy causes than White women. It also notes that over 80 percent of these deaths are preventable with proper care and support.
• The resolution calls for Congress to address the root causes of these health gaps, such as systemic racism and lack of access to quality care. It supports policies that provide better housing, nutritious food, and at least one year of health insurance coverage after giving birth.
• It encourages support for the Black Maternal Health Momnibus Act, a larger set of bills designed to improve maternal care. The goal is to invest in community-led solutions and ensure Black women are involved in making the policies that affect their health.

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