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MS HR14

Resolution

Official Source

Status

Passed

1/14/2026

Primary Sponsor

Lester Carpenter

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Designates February 14, 2026, as Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Day in Mississippi
  • Congenital Heart Defects (CHDs) are the most common type of birth defect, affecting approximately 1 in every 100 babies born
  • CHDs are structural problems with the heart present at birth, ranging from mild to life-threatening, with risk factors including family history, genetic conditions, maternal health, and environmental exposures
  • Early diagnosis and treatment are essential for improving outcomes, with many individuals requiring lifelong care including surgeries, medications, and ongoing monitoring
  • Copies of the resolution will be furnished to members of the Capitol Press Corps

Legislative Description

Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Day; designate February 14, 2026 as.

Last Action

Adopted

1/14/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules1/13/2026

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