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Supporting the goals and ideals of "National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day".

3/8/2024, 8:15 AM

Summary of Bill HRES 99

Bill 118 HRES 99, also known as the "Supporting the goals and ideals of National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day," is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to recognize and support the goals and ideals of National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, which is observed annually on February 7th.

The bill highlights the disproportionate impact of HIV/AIDS on the Black community in the United States and aims to raise awareness about the importance of prevention, testing, and treatment within this population. It also acknowledges the stigma and discrimination that Black individuals living with HIV/AIDS often face and calls for increased efforts to address these issues.

Additionally, the legislation emphasizes the need for increased funding for HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment programs targeted towards the Black community. It also encourages collaboration between government agencies, community organizations, and healthcare providers to improve access to care and reduce disparities in HIV/AIDS outcomes among Black Americans. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 99 seeks to promote awareness, education, and action to address the ongoing HIV/AIDS crisis within the Black community and support efforts to eliminate health disparities and improve health outcomes for all individuals affected by the disease.

Congressional Summary of HRES 99

This resolution expresses support for the goals and ideals of National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day.

Current Status of Bill HRES 99

Bill HRES 99 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 7, 2023. Bill HRES 99 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on February 7, 2023.  Bill HRES 99's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of February 17, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 99

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
72
Democrat Cosponsors
72
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 99

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

- Commemorative events and holidays
- Congressional tributes
- Correctional facilities and imprisonment
- Drug trafficking and controlled substances
- Drug, alcohol, tobacco use
- HIV/AIDS
- Health care coverage and access
- Health programs administration and funding
- Health promotion and preventive care
- Medical research
- Medical tests and diagnostic methods
- Minority health
- Research administration and funding
- Sex, gender, sexual orientation discrimination
- Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 99

Supporting the goals and ideals of "National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day".
Supporting the goals and ideals of "National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day".

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