Expressing support for the designation of May 17, 2025, as "Necrotizing Enterocolitis Awareness Day".

HRES 429 is a symbolic resolution designating May 17, 2025, as "Necrotizing Enterocolitis Awareness Day" to raise public awareness about this severe condition affecting premature infants. The resolution recognizes that necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) is a leading cause of death in hospitalized premature babies, causes significant healthcare costs ($5 billion annually), and disproportionately impacts Black infants. It does not create new laws, allocate funding, or directly affect any specific group - it solely expresses congressional support for awareness efforts. This procedural resolution is purely commemorative, aligning with existing advocacy to highlight NEC prevention and care.