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CA ACR117
Concurrent Resolution
Status
Passed
2/20/2026
Primary Sponsor
LaShae Sharp-Collins
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AI Summary
- Proclaims January 23, 2026, as Maternal Health Awareness Day in California
- Highlights that the U.S. ranks highest among industrialized nations in maternal mortality, with over 700 women dying annually from pregnancy or delivery complications, more than half of which are preventable
- Recognizes California's 65% reduction in maternal mortality between 2006 and 2016 through the California Maternal Quality Care Collaborative (CMQCC) founded at Stanford University
- Acknowledges persistent racial disparities: Black women account for 5% of California pregnancies but 21% of pregnancy-related deaths, with mortality rates 3-4 times higher than other racial groups
- Calls for continued efforts in maternal mental health screening, postpartum care, and addressing health disparities affecting Black women
Legislative Description
Maternal Health Awareness Day.
Last Action
Chaptered by Secretary of State - Res. Chapter 6, Statutes of 2026.
2/20/2026
Committee Referrals
Rules1/16/2026
Rules1/12/2026
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