Us Congress Senate Bill SR773

Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 7/25/24
• Refer: 7/25/24

Caption

A resolution supporting the ideals of Bump Day to ensure, through advocacy, awareness, and action, that every mom, regardless of where she lives, the color of her skin, or her ability to pay, gets the care she needs to deliver a safe pregnancy and birth, and a healthy future for herself and the baby she loves.

Impact

SR773 seeks to address significant disparities in maternal health outcomes among different racial and geographical populations. It points out alarming statistics, such as Black and Indigenous women being disproportionately affected by severe pregnancy complications. By promoting better education, support, and healthcare access, the resolution aims to combat these disparities, ultimately working toward a healthier future for mothers and their infants. Furthermore, the resolution highlights that better access to healthcare services, including telehealth, can save lives and improve outcomes.

Summary

Senate Resolution 773 (SR773) supports the ideals of Bump Day, an annual global campaign focused on improving maternal healthcare and raising awareness of urgent issues related to maternal mortality and morbidity. The resolution emphasizes the urgency of enhancing access to quality maternity care for all mothers, particularly in underserved regions. It acknowledges that many pregnancy-related deaths and complications are preventable and stresses the need for better support systems, including the involvement of health workers such as midwives and doulas.

Contention

While SR773 champions the importance of maternal health and the celebration of Bump Day, it also raises points of contention regarding the healthcare system's adequacy in addressing these critical issues. Critics may argue that simply raising awareness is not enough without accompanying changes in policy or funding to ensure that marginalized communities receive the necessary resources and care. Additionally, the resolution suggests various collaborative strategies, which could prompt discussions about the best ways to implement such measures effectively across diverse communities.