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H.Res. 1516

ResolutionFederalHouseIn Committee
Expressing support for the designation of September 9 as "National African Immigrant and Refugee HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis Awareness (NAIRHHA) Day".
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Latest Action · September 8, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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September 8, 2026
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This resolution expresses congressional support for designating September 9 as National African Immigrant and Refugee HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis Awareness (NAIRHHA) Day. The resolution highlights that African immigrants in the United States face HIV infection rates six times higher than the general population and some of the highest hepatitis B rates in the country, yet often have low rates of diagnosis and care due to barriers including stigma, language differences, fear related to immigration status, and limited access to culturally appropriate health services. The resolution does not create any new programs or allocate funding, but rather calls on Congress to recognize the importance of addressing these health disparities and to encourage expanded screening, vaccination, and treatment efforts within African immigrant and refugee communities. This is a symbolic measure intended to raise awareness about health challenges disproportionately affecting this growing population and to advocate for more resources and culturally sensitive approaches to address HIV and viral hepatitis prevention and treatment.

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