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This resolution recognizes April 11 through 17, 2025, as "Black Maternal Health Week", highlighting the critical issue of maternal health disparities affecting Black women in the United States, particularly in Mississippi. The resolution draws attention to the alarming statistics showing that Black women are two to three times more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes compared to White women, with a 2023 maternal mortality rate of 50.3 deaths per 100,000 live births. It emphasizes the role of structural racism, gender oppression, and social determinants of health in creating these disparities, and calls for comprehensive efforts to address systemic inequities. The resolution aims to deepen national conversations about Black maternal health, amplify community-driven solutions, center the voices of Black mothers and families, and support policies that promote reproductive justice, safe and affordable healthcare, and equitable access to maternal care. By recognizing Black Maternal Health Week, the resolution seeks to raise awareness about the urgent need to improve maternal health outcomes and reduce the disproportionate risks faced by Black women and birthing persons.

https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2025/pdf/history/HR/HR0120.xml