PennsylvaniaPennsylvania Senate would recognize pregnancy and infant loss awareness month
If adopted, the Pennsylvania Senate would recognize October 2026 to remember pregnancy and infant loss and encourage compassion for affected families.
What it does
The Pennsylvania Senate would recognize October 2026 as Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month. The resolution would not require bereavement leave or other services.
Argument forThe recognition could increase public awareness and help communities respond more compassionately to families who experience pregnancy or infant loss.
Argument againstBecause it only recognizes a month, the resolution may do little by itself to secure workplace leave or direct support for grieving families.
More detail
If adopted, the Pennsylvania Senate would recognize October 2026 as Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month. It concerns Pennsylvania families affected by miscarriage, stillbirth, or the death of an infant. The resolution does not require employers to provide bereavement leave or require anyone to provide services. The recognition would apply to October 2026.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Adopted
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Oct 8Referred to Rules & Executive NominationsIntroduced
HealthcareMental HealthEmergency Management