Bill · H.Res. 1268· House(119-HRES-1268)

Recognizing the week of May 3, 2026, through May 9, 2026, as "National Postpartum Awareness Week for Communities of Color".

Age: 50 years

Michigan

Introduced: 5/7/2026
Last activity: 5/7/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Sponsored by: Rashida Tlaib
Cosponsors: - 16 - 0

Health

Introduced
In Committee

A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.

What this bill would do

This resolution designates the week of May 3, 2026, through May 9, 2026, as "National Postpartum Awareness Week for Communities of Color." The measure acknowledges that women in the United States face high maternal mortality rates, with Black and Native or Alaskan women facing disproportionate risks. It highlights that many pregnancy-related deaths occur during the postpartum period and are often preventable through better care and recognition of warning signs. The resolution aims to address the mistreatment and discrimination reported by many mothers of color during maternity care. Finally, it seeks to promote awareness, support maternal health equity, and celebrate organizations working to improve health outcomes for these communities.

Yes· 3 of 8

Would Black Americans be better off under this?+6
The resolution addresses the disproportionate maternal mortality risks faced by Black women.
Would Native Americans be better off under this?+6
The resolution recognizes that Native or Alaskan women face significantly higher risks of pregnancy-related death.
Would women be better off under this?+6
The resolution focuses on improving health outcomes and awareness for pregnant people and mothers.