Bills · HRES 1183
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House Res.HRES 1183Health
Supporting the designation of the week of April 11 through April 17, 2026, as "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.
This resolution recognizes the week of April 11-17, 2026, as Black Maternal Health Week to raise awareness about high mortality rates among Black mothers and the need for better healthcare access.AI-written
INTRO APR 16· LAST ACTION APR 16
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AI-writtenDesignates a national week to spotlight the high rates of pregnancy-related deaths among Black women and calls for government action to fix systemic healthcare inequities and expand postpartum insurance.
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThe United States has the highest maternal death rate among wealthy nations, and for Black women, that rate has actually increased in recent years. This bill matters because it forces the government to go on the record acknowledging that these deaths are 'preventable' and 'unacceptable.' It shifts the conversation from viewing these deaths as random medical accidents to viewing them as a result of fixable social and systemic problems.
If the goals mentioned in the resolution are acted upon, it could lead to changes in insurance coverage—like making sure mothers have health insurance for a full year after giving birth—and better funding for clinics in areas that currently have no doctors. Without this kind of attention, the specific health risks facing Black mothers may continue to be overlooked by the broader healthcare system.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Designates April 11 through April 17, 2026, as Black Maternal Health Week.
It creates a specific timeframe for national advocacy and education to center on this specific health crisis.
PROVISION 02
Formally recognizes that systemic racism and discrimination contribute to poor health outcomes for Black birthing people.
It identifies the root cause as a social and structural issue rather than just a biological or individual one.
PROVISION 03
Advocates for 'culturally congruent' care models, including support for Black midwives and doulas.
This promotes healthcare provided by people who understand the specific needs and experiences of the community being served.
PROVISION 04
Calls for at least one year of continuous postpartum health insurance coverage.
Many pregnancy-related deaths occur months after birth, so extending insurance is a direct way to save lives.
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1 + 41
D· North Carolina
YRS IN OFFICE
11
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DEM 41 REP 0 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSAPR 16
Submitted in House
APR 16
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Resolution
NumberHRES 1183
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedApr 16, 2026
Last actionApr 16, 2026
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · ENERGY AND COMMERCE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED APR 16, 2026
House Res.HRES 1183Health
Supporting the designation of the week of April 11 through April 17, 2026, as "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.
This resolution recognizes the week of April 11-17, 2026, as Black Maternal Health Week to raise awareness about high mortality rates among Black mothers and the need for better healthcare access.AI-written
INTRODUCED APR 16, 2026· LAST ACTION APR 16, 2026
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