The purpose of this resolution is to designate January 23, 2025, as "Maternal Health Awareness Day." The goal is to raise awareness about the serious issues surrounding maternal health, including the high rates of maternal mortality and morbidity in the United States, and to encourage actions that can improve maternal health outcomes. Key provisions of the resolution include a recognition of the alarming statistics related to maternal health, such as the fact that around 800 women die each year in the U.S. due to complications from pregnancy and childbirth.