Alma Adams (D-NC)
Expressing support for the designation of the week of August 25 through August 31, 2025, as "Black Breastfeeding Week".
A Democratic resolution with 1 Democratic cosponsor · See the cosponsor
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 expresses support for designating the week of August 25 through August 31, 2025, as Black Breastfeeding Week. It notes statistics showing that Black mothers have a lower breastfeeding initiation rate compared to White mothers and highlights various barriers Black mothers face regarding breastfeeding. The text points out that breastfeeding impacts the health and wellness of infants and mothers, and that low breastfeeding rates correlate with high infant mortality rates. Furthermore, the resolution recognizes that systemic and institutional racism creates greater barriers for Black women meeting breastfeeding guidelines. Finally, it states that Congress must support policies ensuring access to affordable health care, paid leave, appropriate places to express breast milk, and work toward addressing broader structural needs in Black communities.
Yes· 3 of 9
- Scored +5
Would Black Americans be better off under this?
The resolution specifically aims to raise awareness of maternal and child health crises in Black communities and address racial disparities in breastfeeding and healthcare.
- Scored +5
Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?
The resolution highlights racial disparities in breastfeeding and infant mortality while calling for systemic changes to address racial inequities.
- Scored +4
Would women be better off under this?
The resolution promotes policies supporting paid family leave, workplace accommodations for expressing milk, and maternal health access.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Health Care and Leave Support: Under resolved clause (4), Congress recognizes that it must fully support and encourage policies that ensure Black parents have access to affordable health care, allow parents to take paid leave after the birth of a child, and ensure that breastfeeding mothers have appropriate places to express breast milk, which can benefit family health and well-being.
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Community Living Standards: Under resolved clause (5), Congress recognizes that it must work toward ensuring Black communities have adequate housing, transportation equity, nutritious food, clean water, toxin-free environments, fair criminal justice treatment, safety from violence, a living wage, equal economic opportunity, and comprehensive, quality, and affordable health care, which aims to mitigate the effects of systemic and structural racism.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- The provided text does not contain any specific sections or provisions that outline potential negative consequences, burdens, or harms for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
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- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would Black Americans be better off under this? — The resolution specifically aims to raise awareness of maternal and child health crises in Black communities and address racial disparities in breastfeeding and healthcare. Would women be better off under this? — The resolution promotes policies supporting paid family leave, workplace accommodations for expressing milk, and maternal health access. Would children be better off under this? — The resolution focuses on reducing infant mortality rates and improving infant health outcomes through breastfeeding awareness and support. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — The resolution advocates for living wages, affordable health care, and adequate housing which disproportionately benefit lower-income households.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated? — The resolution highlights racial disparities in breastfeeding and infant mortality while calling for systemic changes to address racial inequities. Does this narrow the gap between how men and women are treated? — The resolution supports maternal health and workplace accommodations specifically beneficial to mothers and women. Does this make housing cost less? — The resolution advocates for adequate housing within Black communities to mitigate structural barriers.
- Healthcare
- Does this make health care easier to get in general? — The resolution expresses support for policies ensuring access to affordable and comprehensive healthcare for Black parents and communities.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this better protect air, water and wildlife? — The resolution supports ensuring environments free from toxins and clean water in Black communities.
- 8/26/2025
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
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