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2023 ASSEMBLY JOINT RESOLUTIO N 46
May 15, 2023 - Introduced by Representatives ROZAR, VINING, SNYDER, ANDRACA,
ARMSTRONG, BARE, C. ANDERSON, CLANCY, CONLEY, CONSIDINE, DRAKE, DUCHOW,
GOYKE, HAYWOOD, HONG, JOERS, MADISON, MOORE OMOKUNDE, MYERS, PALMERI,
RATCLIFF, SHELTON, SINICKI, SNODGRASS, STUBBS, SUBECK and CABRERA,
cosponsored by Senators BALLWEG, L. JOHNSON, CARPENTER, FELZKOWSKI,
HESSELBEIN, JACQUE, ROYS and SPREITZER. Referred to Committee on Rules.
Relating to: proclaiming May 2023 to be Maternal Health Month in Wisconsin.
Whereas, the family, in which mothers perform a crucial role, is a major social
institution in Wisconsin and throughout the world that provides tremendous value
to both its members and society as a whole; and
Whereas, mothers have an indispensable role in building and transforming
society and culture and moving our state, country, and world forward, remaining
steadfast in their pursuit of a better and brighter future for their children; and
Whereas, mothers have a unique bond with their children, and the health of
mothers is directly tied to the health of their children both prenatal and postpartum;
and
Whereas, the mental and behavioral health of mothers is crucial to the health
of their families and children; and
Whereas, the suicide rate for mothers within 365 days postpartum in Wisconsin
is 2.0 per 100,000; and
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Whereas, in 2021, there were a total of 56 pregnancy-associated deaths within
365 days postpartum, a mortality ratio of 90.6 per 100,000 live births; and
Whereas, Wisconsin has significant racial disparities in maternal mortality
rates, with pregnancy-related mortality rates for non-Hispanic Black mothers five
times greater than non-Hispanic White mothers, which must be addressed; and
Whereas, the work of mothers is of paramount importance but is often
undervalued, unnoticed, and underappreciated; and
Whereas, mothers are breadwinners, community leaders, advocates, allies, and
pillars of the family that have, for generations, blazed new paths, opened up new
possibilities, and widened circles of opportunity for their daughters and sons; and
Whereas, Wisconsin has a proven record of meeting challenges and creating
positive change, and we are committed to making mothers' lives better and ensuring
their health and prosperity; and
Whereas, Mother's Day is celebrated in May across Wisconsin and nationwide;
and
Whereas, mothers and the institution of motherhood are worthy of honor and
affirmation; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the assembly, the senate concurring, That the members of the
Wisconsin Legislature call upon the people of Wisconsin to observe May 2023 as
Maternal Health Month in Wisconsin with honor, affirmation, and respect for
mothers in our state; and, be it further
Resolved, That the legislature calls upon the people of Wisconsin to express
their honor, affirmation, love, respect, and gratitude to mothers everywhere; and, be
it further
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Resolved, That the assembly chief clerk shall transmit copies of this
resolution to the governor of Wisconsin.
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