Recognizes April 11-17, 2025, as Black Maternal Health Week in Texas.

The bill recognizes April 11-17, 2025, as Black Maternal Health Week in Texas. It highlights the racial disparities in maternal health outcomes, noting that Black women are two to three times more likely to die from pregnancy-related complications than White women. The bill emphasizes the need to address these disparities by ensuring access to quality, affordable health care. It also acknowledges the structural hurdles faced by doulas, perinatal health workers, and community-based organizations in providing holistic maternity care.

Recognizes April 11-17, 2025, as Black Maternal Health Week in Texas.

The bill recognizes April 11-17, 2025, as Black Maternal Health Week in Texas. It highlights the racial disparities in maternal health outcomes, noting that Black women are two to three times more likely to die from pregnancy-related complications than White women. The bill emphasizes the need to address these disparities by ensuring access to quality, affordable health care. It also acknowledges the structural hurdles faced by doulas, perinatal health workers, and community-based organizations in providing holistic maternity care.