US SR32

Designates January 23, 2025, as "Maternal Health Awareness Day" to raise public awareness about maternal mortality, morbidity, and disparities in maternal health outcomes

Cites approximately 800 women die annually in the U.S. from pregnancy and childbirth complications, with 83.5% of these deaths considered preventable

Highlights significant racial disparities: pregnancy-related mortality for Black women is nearly 3 times higher than White women, and more than twice as high for American Indian and Alaska Native women

Notes 59% of rural counties are maternity care deserts, with average travel distances of 28.1 miles for care in those areas

Encourages federal, state, tribal, and local governments along with healthcare providers to take action to reduce adverse maternal health outcomes and promote equitable maternity care practices