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Expressing support for the goals of a "NICU Baby's Bill of Rights".
3/23/2025, 11:43 AM
Summary of Bill HRES 236
Bill 119 H.Res. 236, also known as the "NICU Baby's Bill of Rights," is a piece of legislation that aims to express support for the goals outlined in a document called the NICU Baby's Bill of Rights. This document outlines a set of rights and protections for babies who are in neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) across the United States.
The NICU Baby's Bill of Rights includes provisions such as the right to receive compassionate and respectful care, the right to have parents involved in all aspects of their care, and the right to access appropriate medical treatment and support services. The goal of this legislation is to ensure that all babies in NICUs receive the highest quality of care and support during their time in the hospital.
The bill emphasizes the importance of family-centered care and the critical role that parents play in the care and well-being of their babies. It also highlights the need for healthcare providers to communicate effectively with parents and involve them in decision-making processes regarding their baby's care. Overall, Bill 119 H.Res. 236 seeks to raise awareness about the unique needs of babies in NICUs and to promote policies and practices that prioritize the well-being and rights of these vulnerable infants. By expressing support for the goals of the NICU Baby's Bill of Rights, lawmakers hope to improve the quality of care provided to NICU babies and their families across the country.
The NICU Baby's Bill of Rights includes provisions such as the right to receive compassionate and respectful care, the right to have parents involved in all aspects of their care, and the right to access appropriate medical treatment and support services. The goal of this legislation is to ensure that all babies in NICUs receive the highest quality of care and support during their time in the hospital.
The bill emphasizes the importance of family-centered care and the critical role that parents play in the care and well-being of their babies. It also highlights the need for healthcare providers to communicate effectively with parents and involve them in decision-making processes regarding their baby's care. Overall, Bill 119 H.Res. 236 seeks to raise awareness about the unique needs of babies in NICUs and to promote policies and practices that prioritize the well-being and rights of these vulnerable infants. By expressing support for the goals of the NICU Baby's Bill of Rights, lawmakers hope to improve the quality of care provided to NICU babies and their families across the country.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 236
Bill HRES 236 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 21, 2025. Bill HRES 236 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 21, 2025. Bill HRES 236's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of March 21, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 236
Total Number of Sponsors
2Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
2Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
1Democrat Cosponsors
1Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 236
Primary Policy Focus
HealthAlternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 236
Expressing support for the goals of a "NICU Baby's Bill of Rights".
Expressing support for the goals of a "NICU Baby's Bill of Rights".
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