Alma Adams (D-NC)
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.
A Democratic resolution with 41 Democratic cosponsors · See all 41 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
In committee
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
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What this bill would do
This resolution supports designating the week of April 11 through April 17, 2026, as "Black Maternal Health Week." The week was founded by Black Mamas Matter Alliance, Inc. (BMMA) to draw national attention to the maternal and reproductive health crisis. It highlights the urgent need to reduce maternal mortality and morbidity rates among Black women and birthing people in the United States. The text notes that Black women face disproportionately high risks of death and complications compared to other groups. Ultimately, the resolution calls for Congress to address systemic inequities through specific investments and policy changes.
Yes· 3 of 17
- Scored +9
Would Black Americans be better off under this?
The entire resolution is dedicated to addressing the disproportionate maternal mortality crisis facing Black women.
- Scored +8
Would women be better off under this?
The bill advocates for reproductive justice, bodily autonomy, and improved maternal health outcomes for women.
- Scored +8
Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?
The bill aims to mitigate the effects of systemic racism and structural inequities affecting Black maternal health.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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National Awareness and Support: The designation of "Black Maternal Health Week" provides an opportunity to deepen national conversations and provide a national platform for Black-led entities focused on maternal and mental health (Resolution Section 7).
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Improved Maternal Health Outcomes: By advocating for the Momnibus Act and other human rights-rooted legislation, the resolution seeks to improve maternal care and outcomes (Resolution Section 6).
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Community-Led Solutions: The resolution supports amplifying and investing in community-driven policy, research, and quality care solutions (Resolution Section 7B).
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Economic and Social Stability: The resolution states that Congress must work toward ensuring the Black community has access to safe housing, nutritious food, a living wage, and equal economic opportunity (Resolution Section 3).
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Health Care Access and Insurance: The text calls for investment in continuous health insurance coverage to support individuals for the full postpartum period, at least one year after giving birth (Resolution Whereas section) and comprehensive, high-quality, affordable health care (Resolution Section 3K).
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Support for Perinatal Workers: There is a call for a sustained and expansive workforce pipeline for diverse perinatal professionals (Resolution Section 3J) and support for funding Black-led community-based organizations and perinatal birth workers (Resolution Section 7F).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts or burdens are explicitly detailed within the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would Black Americans be better off under this? — The entire resolution is dedicated to addressing the disproportionate maternal mortality crisis facing Black women. Would women be better off under this? — The bill advocates for reproductive justice, bodily autonomy, and improved maternal health outcomes for women. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — The resolution emphasizes addressing economic barriers and increasing access to affordable healthcare. Would children be better off under this? — The bill focuses on reducing neonatal complications and improving birth outcomes.
- Healthcare
- Does this make health care easier to get in general? — The bill seeks to address maternity care deserts and improve access to the full spectrum of reproductive care. Does this make mental health care easier to get? — The bill highlights the need for access to maternal mental health screenings, treatment, and support. Does this make abortion easier to get? — The resolution explicitly addresses the importance of reproductive health care and bodily autonomy in the context of maternal health. Does this put more money into Medicaid, the health coverage for people on low incomes? — The bill identifies low Medicaid reimbursements as a barrier to maternity care and calls for increased support through the Momnibus Act. Does this strengthen the Affordable Care Act? — The resolution calls for continuous health insurance coverage for at least one year postpartum.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated? — The bill aims to mitigate the effects of systemic racism and structural inequities affecting Black maternal health. Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — The resolution calls for economic resources and living wages to address health inequities. Does this make housing cost less? — The bill identifies safe and affordable housing as a critical factor for maternal health outcomes. Does this narrow the gap between how men and women are treated? — The bill addresses gender oppression and the need for reproductive justice for birthing people. Does this shorten or soften prison sentences? — The bill calls for the decriminalization and end of surveillance within the criminal and family regulation systems. Does this strengthen Social Security? — The bill advocates for a living wage as a component of improving maternal health outcomes.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this protect people from being watched or searched? — The bill advocates for an end to the surveillance of pregnant people in the criminal and family regulation systems.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this better protect air, water and wildlife? — The bill advocates for access to clean air, water, and environments free from toxins as health determinants.
- 4/22/2026
- 3 Cosponsors added.
- 4/16/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- 38 Cosponsors added.
3 bills Congress.gov lists as related to this one — companions in the other chamber, earlier versions, and bills this one absorbed or was folded into.
- 119-HRES-332: Supporting the designation of the week of April 11 through April 17, 2025, as the eighth annual "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.
- 119-SRES-172: A resolution supporting the designation of the week of April 11 through April 17, 2025, as the eighth annual "Black Maternal Health Week", founded by Black Mamas Matter Alliance, Inc., 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.
- 119-SRES-675: A resolution 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., 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.
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