Bill · H.Res. 210· House(119-HRES-210)
Supporting the goals and ideals of National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day.
- Introduced
- 3/10/2025
- Last activity
- 3/10/2025 — Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- Sponsored by
- Maxine Waters
- Cosponsors
- - 17 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
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What this bill would do
This resolution supports the goals and ideals of National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day. It recognizes the progress made in responding to the HIV/AIDS epidemic over the last 44 years. The House of Representatives calls for a greater focus on the vulnerabilities of women and girls, specifically those facing violence or discrimination. It supports sustained investment in prevention, care, treatment, and research to reduce disparities and improve access to medication. Additionally, the resolution seeks to reduce new HIV infections and improve health outcomes both in the United States and globally.
Yes· 3 of 12
Would women be better off under this?+7
The resolution is explicitly designed to support the health outcomes and safety of women and girls regarding HIV.
Does this narrow the gap between how men and women are treated?+6
The resolution prioritizes the health needs, safety, and rights of women and girls facing HIV-related vulnerabilities.
Would Black Americans be better off under this?+5
The resolution acknowledges that African-American women are disproportionately affected by HIV and calls for targeted focus.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Increased Investment in Healthcare: The resolution supports strong, sustained investment in prevention, care, treatment services, and research programs to improve access to lifesaving medications (Section 3).
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Improved Outcomes for Women and Girls: It calls for efforts to increase access to care and improve health outcomes for women and girls living with HIV while reducing health inequities (Section 4).
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Enhanced Access to Medication: The text encourages access to healthcare services that provide medications such as pre-exposure prophylaxis and antiretroviral therapy (Section 6).
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Support for Vulnerable Populations: There is a call to focus on women and girls who are at risk of, or have survived, violence or discrimination related to the disease (Section 2).
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Global Health Support: The resolution supports United States investment in global efforts to reduce new HIV infections among women and girls (Section 5).
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Educational Improvements: It promotes access to inclusive, culturally responsive, and medically accurate information about HIV within sexual education curricula (Section 8).
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Addressing Violence and Discrimination: The resolution encourages foreign assistance and diplomatic efforts to address violence against women and girls and combat discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity (Section 7).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts or burdens are mentioned in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Women+7Good For African Americans+5Good For L G B T Q Community+5Good For Young Adults+3
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Gender Equality+6Improves L G B T Q Rights+5Improves Racial Equity+5
- Healthcare
- Improves Healthcare Access+5Increases Research Funding+5
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Increases Foreign Aid+5Improves Diplomatic Engagement+3
- Education And Technology
- Increases Scientific Research Funding+5
- 3/11/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 3/10/2025
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 16 Cosponsors added.
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