Georgia Senate Bill SR306

Georgia 2023-2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 3/13/23
• Enrolled: 3/14/23
• Passed: 3/14/23

Caption

March of Dimes; commend

Impact

The passage of SR306 serves to highlight the critical role that the March of Dimes plays not only in healthcare advocacy but also in shaping legislation that affects families and children across the nation. By formally recognizing this organization, the resolution aims to raise public awareness of the issues surrounding maternal and child health. The advocacy efforts backed by March of Dimes contribute to both state and national health policies designed to protect and support vulnerable populations, especially women of childbearing age and infants.

Summary

Senate Resolution 306 (SR306) commends the March of Dimes on its 85th anniversary and recognizes its significant contributions to maternal and infant health. Founded in 1938 by President Franklin D. Roosevelt to combat polio, the organization evolved over the decades, eventually focusing on preventing birth defects and improving healthcare access for women and children. The resolution honors the ongoing efforts of the March of Dimes and emphasizes the institution’s role in legislation supporting maternal health, including the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act and initiatives addressing the crisis of premature births.

Contention

While the resolution itself may not directly provoke contention, the discussions around the initiatives promoted by the March of Dimes inevitably engage various stakeholders in the healthcare and legislative arenas. Supporters of maternal health policies may argue that further attention and funding are necessary to tackle persistent issues such as maternal mortality and disability due to birth defects. Conversely, those hesitant to allocate additional resources may raise concerns regarding budgetary impacts or the prioritization of health issues versus other pressing state needs.