HR47 Alabama 2022 Session

Updated Feb 26, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Laura HallRepresentative
Democrat
Session: Regular Session 2022
Title: American Heart Month, recognized
Summary: HR47 proclaims February 2022 as American Heart Month in Alabama to raise awareness about heart disease and encourage actions to reduce risk.
What This Bill Does
It designates February 2022 as American Heart Month in Alabama. It highlights cardiovascular disease as a leading cause of preventable death and disability, including its greater impact on women and minority groups. It urges Alabama citizens to increase awareness, speak out about heart disease, and empower others to reduce their risk.

Who It Affects
All Alabama residents, as the general public and recipients of awareness efforts
Women and minority communities (notably Black and Hispanic women) who are disproportionately affected by heart disease and stroke

Key Provisions
Affirms that cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of preventable death and disability and acknowledges its impact on women and minority groups
Designates February 2022 as American Heart Month in the State of Alabama
Urges Alabama citizens to recognize American Heart Month by increasing awareness, speaking out about heart disease, and empowering others to reduce cardiovascular risk

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Subjects: Resolutions, Miscellaneous

Jones (M) motion to Adopt adopted Voice Vote

Reported from Rules

Introduced and referred to the House of Representatives committee on Rules