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House resolution · H.Res. 1491 (119th Congress)

Expressing support for the designation of the week of August 25 through August 31, 2026, as "Black Breastfeeding Week".

U.S. House of Representatives

Latest action Aug 27, 2026

Sponsor: Alma S. Adams (U.S. Representative, NC-12, Democratic)

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Summary

This resolution expresses support for Black Breastfeeding Week and recognizes systemic barriers to breastfeeding faced by Black mothers and the importance of addressing racial health disparities.

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Where it stands

Assigned to a committee for review.

  1. Introduced
  2. In committee
  3. Up for a vote
  4. Adopted

Committee

House Committee on Energy and Commerce · U.S. House of Representatives

Full history

  1. Aug 27, 2026

    Introduced

    Introduced in U.S. House

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  2. Aug 27, 2026

    Referred to committee

    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

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  3. Aug 27, 2026

    Submitted in House

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