HJR118 Alabama 2020 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Laura HallRepresentative

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2020

Title

Maternal Health Awareness Day, May 10, 2020, designated

Summary

Designates May 10, 2020 as Maternal Health Awareness Day in Alabama to raise awareness and encourage programs aimed at improving maternal health and reducing pregnancy-related deaths.

What This Bill Does

If passed, the bill designates a specific day in Alabama to focus on maternal health. It aims to raise awareness among the public and professionals about maternal health, safety, and mortality issues. It also encourages the development of new programs and initiatives intended to improve maternal health outcomes and reduce deaths related to pregnancy and childbirth.

Who It Affects

• Alabama residents, particularly pregnant and postpartum women, who would benefit from increased awareness and related health initiatives
• Healthcare professionals, public health officials, and state leaders who would recognize the day and pursue maternal health initiatives

Key Provisions

• Designates May 10, 2020, as Maternal Health Awareness Day in the State of Alabama.
• Expresses the purpose to raise public and professional awareness about maternal health, safety, and mortality issues and to encourage the development of new programs and initiatives to improve maternal health and reduce mortality.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 22, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Resolutions, Designation