PennsylvaniaPennsylvania resolution would recognize August as National Breastfeeding Month
The proposed resolution would recognize August 2026 as National Breastfeeding Month in Pennsylvania to raise awareness of breastfeeding and available family support.
What it does
The proposed resolution would recognize August 2026 as National Breastfeeding Month in Pennsylvania.
Argument forRecognition could help families learn about breastfeeding support, including help from lactation consultants and pediatricians.
Argument againstFamilies who use other feeding options might feel overlooked when the resolution highlights breastfeeding and related support.
More detail
The proposed resolution would recognize August 2026 as National Breastfeeding Month in Pennsylvania. The recognition would apply in Pennsylvania. The recognition would apply during August 2026.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Adopted
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Oct 6AdoptedAdopted
- Vote recorded House Resolution 573. Result: pass.Lower
- Oct 5Removed from table
- Sep 30Laid on the table (Pursuant to House Rule 71)
- Jun 24Reported as committedMinor
- Vote recorded Committee vote (Health): Report Bill As Committed. Result: pass.Lower
- Jun 22Referred to HealthIntroduced
- Oct 6AdoptedAdopted
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