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H.Res. 1548

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Supporting the designation of September 19, 2026, as "National Stillbirth Prevention and Awareness Day", recognizing tens of thousands of families in the United States that have endured a stillbirth, and seizing the opportunity to keep other families from experiencing the same tragedy.
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Latest Action · September 16, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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September 16, 2026
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This resolution supports the designation of September 19, 2026, as "National Stillbirth Prevention and Awareness Day" to raise awareness about stillbirths and honor families who have experienced this loss. The resolution notes that over 20,000 pregnancies in the United States end in stillbirth annually, with significant racial disparities affecting Black, American Indian, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Hispanic families disproportionately. The measure recognizes that stillbirths exceed deaths from the five leading causes of death among children under 15 combined and acknowledges the devastating physical and emotional impact on families. The resolution celebrates the Maternal and Child Health Stillbirth Prevention Act of 2024, which provided federal resources for stillbirth prevention research and activities, and calls on the President to issue a proclamation encouraging Americans to observe the day with prevention and awareness programs. No new federal funding is allocated by this resolution, as it is a commemorative measure requesting recognition rather than establishing new spending or programs.

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