Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman

Co-sponsor HR 7073

In committee · Indiana House · Co-sponsor

Into the Light for MMH and SUD Act of 2022

Into the Light for Maternal Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders Act of 2022 or the Into the Light for MMH and SUD Act of 2022 This bill reauthorizes through FY2028 a program that addresses maternal depression and, among other changes, expands its scope to include mental health and substance use disorders. It also requires the Department of Health and Human Services to maintain a national hotline to provide mental health and substance use disorder resources to pregnant and postpartum women and their families.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands maternal mental health/SUD program scope, requires national hotline for pregnant/postpartum women, and reauthorizes funding through FY2028.95% confidence

In committee Mar 16, 2022 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HR 7091

In committee · Indiana House · Co-sponsor

Henrietta Lacks Congressional Gold Medal Act

Henrietta Lacks Congressional Gold Medal Act This bill awards posthumously a Congressional Gold Medal in commemoration of Henrietta Lacks in recognition of her immortal cells which have made invaluable contributions to global health, scientific research, our quality of life, and patients' rights.

In committee Mar 15, 2022 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary HRES 978

In committee · Indiana House · Lead sponsor

Recognizing Girl Scouts of the United States of America on its 110th birthday and celebrating its legacy of providing girls with a safe, inclusive space while supporting the next generation of women leaders.

This resolution (1) recognizes Girl Scouts of the United States of America for 110 years of providing girls with a safe, inclusive, all-girl space where they can hone their skills and develop leadership abilities; and (2) congratulates all Girl Scouts who earned the Gold Award in 2021.

In committee Mar 11, 2022 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor HR 7062

In committee · Indiana House · Co-sponsor

Honoring Harriet Tubman Act

Honoring Harriet Tubman Act This bill requires the Joint Committee on the Library to obtain a statue of Harriet Tubman and place the statue in a suitable permanent location in National Statuary Hall.

In committee Mar 11, 2022 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HCONRES 70

Passed · Indiana House · Co-sponsor

Condemning threats of violence against historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) and reaffirming support for HBCUs and their students.

This concurrent resolution condemns violence and threats of violence against historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) and reaffirms the federal government's commitment to combating violence against HBCU students, faculty, and staff.

EducationSupports EducationCondemns violence against HBCUs and reaffirms federal commitment to protecting students/faculty, directly supporting higher education access and safety at HBCUs.95% confidence

Passed Mar 10, 2022 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HRES 975

In committee · Indiana House · Co-sponsor

Expressing the mental health impacts of recurrent climate-related disasters on youth.

This resolution expresses that the House of Representatives must take action on climate change and address the mental health effects of climate change on children and families.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly addresses mental health impacts of climate disasters on youth, aligning with mental health service support indicators. Calls for House action on climate-related mental health effects.95% confidence

In committee Mar 10, 2022 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HRES 974

In committee · Indiana House · Co-sponsor

Supporting the goals and ideals of National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day.

This resolution recognizes domestic and global progress towards ending the HIV epidemic and calls for additional efforts, with a particular focus on reducing HIV-related vulnerabilities of women and girls.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill advances public health by promoting HIV/AIDS awareness and reducing vulnerabilities for women/girls, aligning with healthcare protection and prevention efforts.90% confidence

In committee Mar 10, 2022 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HR 7011

In committee · Indiana House · Co-sponsor

Maternal and Child Health Stillbirth Prevention Act of 2022

Maternal and Child Health Stillbirth Prevention Act of 2022 This bill expands the scope of the Maternal and Child Health Services Block Grant to include research and activities to prevent stillbirths.

In committee Mar 10, 2022 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HCONRES 78

In committee · Indiana House · Co-sponsor

Expressing support for the recognition of March 10, 2022, as "Abortion Provider Appreciation Day".

Maddy summaryHCONRES 78 is a symbolic congressional resolution designating March 10, 2022, as "Abortion Provider Appreciation Day." It honors abortion providers and clinic staff for their work in delivering compassionate care amid rising threats, harassment, and clinic closures. The resolution recognizes their role in reproductive justice and calls for protecting their safety and patients' access to care. As a non-binding resolution, it does not create new laws but expresses congressional support for providers facing restrictive policies and violence.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareHonors abortion providers and calls to protect patient access to care, advancing reproductive healthcare access.90% confidence

In committee Mar 9, 2022 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary HRES 967

In committee · Indiana House · Lead sponsor

Raising awareness of the impact of COVID-19 on bereaved children.

This resolution recognizes the impact of COVID-19 on children who have lost a caregiver during the pandemic and the disproportionate effect of this impact on racial and ethnic minorities.

In committee Mar 8, 2022 0 co-sponsors Track