Expressing support for the designation of the week of August 25 through August 31, 2025, as Black Breastfeeding Week.
Summary
This House Resolution expresses support for designating August 25-31, 2025, as "Black Breastfeeding Week." It highlights the disparities in breastfeeding rates between Black and White mothers and the associated health implications for infants. The resolution aims to raise awareness about the maternal child health crisis in Black communities and promote policies that support Black breastfeeding mothers.
Expected Effects
If passed, the resolution would formally recognize the importance of Black Breastfeeding Week. This recognition could lead to increased awareness and potentially influence policy decisions related to healthcare access, paid leave, and workplace accommodations for breastfeeding mothers. Ultimately, the goal is to reduce racial disparities in breastfeeding rates and improve maternal and infant health outcomes in Black communities.
Potential Benefits
- Increased awareness of breastfeeding disparities affecting Black mothers.
- Potential for improved healthcare access and support for breastfeeding mothers.
- Promotion of policies that support paid leave and workplace accommodations.
- Reduction in infant mortality rates within Black communities.
- Encouragement of community-led initiatives focused on maternal and infant health.
Potential Disadvantages
- The resolution itself does not allocate funding or mandate specific actions, so its impact depends on subsequent policy changes.
- Potential for the resolution to be perceived as divisive if not framed inclusively.
- Limited direct impact on economic factors or other broad societal issues.
- Success relies on sustained engagement and commitment from various stakeholders.
- The resolution's effectiveness depends on addressing underlying systemic issues contributing to health disparities.
Constitutional Alignment
The resolution aligns with the Constitution's broad goals of promoting the general welfare, as stated in the Preamble. While the Constitution does not explicitly address breastfeeding, the resolution's focus on health disparities and equal opportunity can be linked to the 14th Amendment's Equal Protection Clause. However, the resolution's reliance on Congress to encourage certain policies also touches on the balance of power between the federal government and the states.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).