Bill > HRes739

This resolution supports the designation of September 19, 2025, as "National Stillbirth Prevention and Awareness Day" to address the significant issue of stillbirths in the United States. The resolution highlights several critical points, including that over 21,000 pregnancies end in stillbirth annually, with notable racial disparities affecting Black, American Indian, Native Hawaiian, and Hispanic families. It emphasizes that stillbirths cause profound emotional trauma and are more numerous than the top five causes of death for children under 15 combined. The resolution calls for increased awareness, support for evidence-based prevention efforts, promotion of research, and improved data collection. Additionally, it celebrates the recent passage of the Maternal and Child Health Stillbirth Prevention Act of 2024 and urges the President and federal officials to take action to reduce stillbirths and educate expectant families about prevention. Specifically, the House of Representatives supports the day's goals, recognizes the importance of prevention efforts, and requests that the President issue a proclamation encouraging nationwide observance with appropriate prevention and awareness programs.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-resolution/739/all-info