Declaring racism a public health crisis.

HRES 185 is a non-binding House resolution declaring racism a public health crisis in the United States. It directly affects communities of color - including Black, Latino, Native American, and Asian American populations - who experience significant health disparities like higher infant mortality rates, shorter life expectancy, and worse outcomes for conditions like heart disease and diabetes. The resolution cites evidence showing racism meets all four public health crisis criteria (widespread impact, unfair distribution, preventable, and lacking current solutions) and calls for a nationwide strategy to dismantle systemic racism and address its health impacts. It does not create new laws or funding but urges federal agencies to prioritize racial equity in health policy.